Rest in peace!! Two dead, four critically injured in Kagadi-Hoima road accident

A tragic road crash along the Kagadi-Hoima road has left two people dead and four others critically injured after a vehicle carrying six passengers lost control and overturned.

The accident happened on Friday in Kiryane Cell, Kagadi town council, when a vehicle registered UAL 627F reportedly veered off the road and plunged into a trench.

The vehicle was travelling from Ibanda towards Hoima when the driver allegedly lost control, causing the fatal crash.

According to reports, the impact of the accident left two occupants dead at the scene while four others sustained serious injuries.

The deceased have been identified as Kategaya Geoffrey and the driver of the vehicle, whose identity had not yet been established by the time of reporting.

The injured victims were immediately rushed to St. Ambrose Hospital, where they are currently receiving medical attention.

Medical personnel described the condition of the survivors as critical due to the seriousness of the injuries sustained during the crash.

Police officers and residents responded to the scene shortly after the accident and helped in rescue efforts as investigations began.

Preliminary reports from witnesses and residents linked the accident to suspected over-speeding, although police said further investigations would determine the exact cause.

The crash has renewed concerns about road safety along the Kagadi-Hoima route, which continues to experience accidents involving motorists and passengers.

Authorities have continued urging drivers to exercise caution, avoid reckless driving and observe speed limits while using the roads.

Police warned motorists that speeding remains one of the major causes of fatal road crashes across the country.

Residents who witnessed the accident expressed sadness over the loss of lives and called for more efforts to improve road safety in the area.

The scene of the accident was examined by police as officers gathered information to help establish what exactly happened before the vehicle lost control.

The damaged vehicle was removed from the trench as authorities continued with their investigations.

Families of the deceased have been left mourning as they await further information about the circumstances that led to the tragic incident.

The four injured victims remain admitted at St. Ambrose Hospital as doctors continue working to stabilise their condition.

Road users have been reminded to remain vigilant, especially when travelling on busy highways where accidents can happen within seconds.

Authorities have encouraged passengers to speak out against dangerous driving practices, including excessive speed and overloading.

The Kagadi-Hoima road accident adds to growing concerns over road safety and the increasing number of lives lost in traffic crashes.

Police said more details will be provided as investigations into the cause of the accident continue.