A City Hoppa matatu was set ablaze by an enraged crowd after a horrific accident along Jogoo Road that left a boda boda rider decapitated. The fatal crash sparked immediate outrage, with witnesses reporting that the matatu driver lost control before slamming into the motorcyclist.
Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as bystanders, overcome with fury, descended on the matatu, dragging the driver out before setting the vehicle on fire. Thick black smoke billowed into the sky as police struggled to contain the situation.
Social media erupted with graphic images and videos of the aftermath, with many Kenyans condemning reckless driving on the busy road. Jogoo Road has long been a hotspot for accidents, raising concerns over poor enforcement of traffic laws.
Authorities have yet to release an official statement, but sources confirm the driver is in custody. The victim’s identity remains unknown as investigations continue.
This tragic incident highlights the rising tensions between motorists and boda boda operators, with calls for stricter road safety measures growing louder.
