A crash along the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway has left six people dead and several others injured.
The accident happened on Saturday morning in the Kondoo area after a lorry collided with a public service vehicle that was travelling towards Nakuru.
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Crash involved lorry and PSV
According to police, the lorry hit the PSV while trying to avoid an oncoming vehicle.
Uasin Gishu County Police Commander Wilberforce Sicharani confirmed the incident and said the driver of the PSV was among those killed.
Several passengers were injured in the collision and were taken to different hospitals for treatment.
The bodies of those who died were transferred to the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital mortuary in Eldoret.
Police urge motorists to exercise caution
Sicharani urged drivers to be more careful on the roads following growing concern over the number of road accidents being reported.
Authorities are expected to continue examining the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The incident adds to renewed calls for motorists to observe traffic rules, maintain safe speeds and remain alert, especially on busy highways.
