Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has expressed his condolences following a tragic road accident that claimed the lives of several students from the Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) while they were en route to the burial of Elvis Otieno, a student who recently passed away (peopledaily.digital). The incident occurred on a highway near Mombasa, where a vehicle carrying the students collided with another, resulting in multiple fatalities. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident, with preliminary reports suggesting poor road conditions and speeding may have contributed to the crash.
Emergency services arrived at the scene shortly after the collision and began evacuating the injured. Several students were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, while others were confirmed dead. The TUM administration has announced plans to hold a memorial service for the victims, emphasizing the need for improved road safety measures in the region.
The tragedy has sparked a renewed call for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and better infrastructure in Mombasa. Community leaders and parents of the victims have expressed shock and grief, demanding accountability and action to prevent similar incidents in the future.
