Speeding Driver Kills Kirigu Primary Pupil in Ruthimitu Accident
A young student from Kirigu Primary School has died after a speeding car hit him at Ruthimitu Girls Stage in Nairobi. Vincent Kilonzo, the victim, succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at Dagoretti Sub-County Hospital in Mutuini.
Eyewitness Account: Driver Was Speeding
According to witnesses, the driver lost control of the vehicle due to excessive speed. The tragic accident occurred as Vincent was walking home from school.
“My child had just left school. When he reached Ruthimitu stage, a car came and hit my son. When I got to Mutuini Hospital, I found out my child had passed away,” the grieving mother told reporters.
Hospital Confirms Fatality
Medical staff at Dagoretti Sub-County Hospital confirmed that Vincent was brought in with severe injuries but could not be saved. The exact cause of death is yet to be officially disclosed, but witnesses insist reckless driving was to blame.
Calls for Road Safety Measures
This incident has sparked outrage among locals, who are demanding stricter enforcement of traffic laws, especially near schools. Ruthimitu stage is known for heavy pedestrian traffic, yet speeding vehicles remain a persistent danger.
Authorities Yet to Comment
Police have not yet issued a statement regarding the arrest of the driver or potential charges. Investigations are ongoing, but residents urge swift action to prevent similar tragedies.
Community Mourns Young Life Lost
Vincent’s death has left Kirigu Primary School and the wider community in shock. Fellow students and teachers described him as a bright and cheerful boy whose life was cut short too soon.
