One Dead, 30 Injured as Bus Crashes into Pedestrians in Nairobi
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One Dead, 30 Injured as Bus Crashes into Pedestrians in Nairobi

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A speeding bus lost control and struck pedestrians in Nairobi's Ngara area, resulting in one fatality and at least 30 injuries.

A speeding bus lost control and struck pedestrians at a bus stop in Nairobi's Ngara area, resulting in one fatality and at least 30 injuries, according to police reports. Nairobi police commander George Seda confirmed the death at the scene. Witnesses recounted that the driver appeared to lose control before the bus veered into a group of people. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. outside Nairobi City Primary School, where a group of teachers had gathered. Several of the injured were transported to local hospitals, with some reported to be in critical condition. Authorities have cautioned that the number of casualties may increase, as several victims sustained multiple injuries.

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A speeding bus lost control and struck pedestrians at a bus stop in Nairobi's Ngara area, resulting in one fatality and at least 30 injuries.

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Nairobi police commander George Seda confirmed the death at the scene.

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The incident occurred around 5 p.m. outside Nairobi City Primary School, where a group of teachers had gathered.

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Several of the injured were transported to local hospitals, with some reported to be in critical condition.

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