A terrible accident has left families in Kaliro District heartbroken after five people lost their lives in Buyende District. The tragic event happened when a black Toyota Harrier, registered as UBD 160F, lost control and plunged into a swamp in the Nalujo area. This swamp lies between the villages of Mulali and Buyumba in Kagulu Sub County, a quiet place now shaken by sorrow.
The victims of the accident were identified as Wilba, Ayubu, Musisi, Kanyankole, and one unidentified woman. All of them were from Kaliro District. Eyewitnesses say the vehicle was moving at a high speed when the driver suddenly lost control. Within moments, the car veered off the road and fell into the swamp, leaving no chance for the passengers to escape.
Local residents rushed to the scene in an attempt to help, but sadly, all five people were found dead. The cause of the accident is not yet fully known, and police have begun an investigation to understand what went wrong. Some believe speeding or a mechanical failure could be to blame.
This tragic accident has left the entire community in shock. Many people gathered at the scene, crying and offering support to the grieving families. What started as an ordinary day turned into one of deep pain for the people of Kaliro and Buyende. The loss of so many lives has reminded everyone of how quickly life can change and the importance of road safety.
Authorities are urging drivers to be more careful, especially when driving through risky areas like swamps and sharp bends. As investigations continue, the people of Kaliro and Kagulu are left to mourn, hoping that such a tragedy will never happen again.
