Narok, Kenya – November 2, 2026
Six people were killed and at least five others seriously injured on Monday morning when a lorry lost control and crashed into road guardrails near Enengetia centre on the Narok-Nakuru highway in Narok South constituency.
According to a police report, the Isuzu FRR lorry, which was heading towards Narok, veered off the road, struck the guardrails, and overturned. The driver and five other occupants died on the spot. The remaining passengers sustained severe injuries and were rushed for treatment at a hospital in the Enengetia area, with some reports specifying Mau Narok Health Centre.
The bodies of the six deceased have been moved to the Egerton University mortuary in Nakuru County pending post-mortem examinations. Police have not yet released the identities of the victims, and investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing. Preliminary accounts indicate the driver lost control, though the exact reasons remain unclear.
The accident occurred along a key stretch of the Narok-Nakuru highway, a busy route connecting the two counties. Local police have confirmed the incident, and authorities are expected to provide further updates as identification of the deceased and inquiries progress.
This latest crash adds to ongoing concerns about road safety on major highways in the region. Motorists are urged to exercise caution, particularly on sections known for challenging conditions.