The territorial police in Kole District have reported a tragic road traffic accident that claimed four lives and left eight others seriously injured. The incident occurred on 21st October 2025 at approximately 08:30 AM at Corner Park along the Lira–Kamdini highway in Kole District, according to SP Jimmy Patrick Okema, the North Kyoga Regional Police spokesperson.
Accident Details
Preliminary investigations indicate that a Fuso lorry, registration number UBP 253M, whose driver is yet to be identified, was traveling from Kamdini toward Lira City, carrying a load of beans. It is alleged that the driver attempted to overtake a Datsun pickup, registration number UAG 766L, which was also headed in the same direction, carrying rice and several passengers.
During the overtaking maneuver, another vehicle approached from the opposite direction. In an attempt to avoid a head-on collision, the Fuso driver struck the Datsun pickup from behind and overturned onto it.
As a result, four occupants died on the spot, while eight others sustained serious injuries.
SP Okema confirmed that a team comprising the Officer in Charge of Traffic, Kole District, along with other specialized police units, visited the scene for documentation and further investigation.
The deceased include three unidentified male adults and one unidentified female adult. The eight injured victims, who also remain unidentified, were rushed to Lira Regional Referral Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Both vehicles involved in the crash have been towed to Kole Police Station for mechanical inspection by the Inspector of Vehicles (IOV). The bodies of the deceased have been transported to the mortuary at Lira Regional Referral Hospital for postmortem examinations.
The Police has extended its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wishes the injured victims a speedy recovery.
“We urge all road users to adhere strictly to traffic regulations, maintain proper lane discipline, and exercise maximum caution to prevent further loss of life on our roads,”
— SP Jimmy Patrick Okema
