One Killed, Scores Injured in Multiple-Car Accident on Nairobi Expressway

One person was killed and scores others injured following a multiple car crash on the Nairobi Expressway on Saturday night.

The 10:00 pm accident at the Mlolongo Toll station was caused by a motorist who was driving at a high speed, according to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA). The motorist crashed into a toll booth and other vehicles that were being cleared to exit.

“The motorist crashed into the Toll Plaza and ran over other vehicles that were being cleared to exit. Consequently, the vehicle knocked one toll booth and injuring one toll attendant besides the other motorists,” KeNHA said in a statement on Sunday.

Reports indicate that the driver of the speeding vehicle died on the spot while two passengers who were on board sustained serious injuries. The injured persons were rushed to nearby hospitals, and are said to be responding well to treatment.

KENHA announced the closure of the Mlolongo toll station exit and assured motorists that they will put in place measures to avert such incidences.

Motorists have been advised to avoid over speeding on the newly built highway.