This archive report was first published on 16 November 2019.
On November 16, 2019, a tragic incident unfolded on the roads of Nairobi, leaving a man dead and many in shock. A video shared by Road Safety and Safe Driving Practises on Twitter captures the heart-wrenching moment when the man was run over by the same truck he was trying to hitch a ride on.
The truck, pulling a white trailer, was navigating a corner when two men attempted to board it. Unfortunately, one of them lost his grip and fell onto the tarmac road, where he was crushed by the tyres of the trailer.
Members of the public standing by the roadside were heard screaming in horror as the accident unfolded. The incident has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many questioning the driver's decision to accelerate quickly and not wait for the hitchhiker.
“Exceptional safety violation and just like that a loved one is not going to come back home. Was it avoidable? Yes very much. If only he had anticipated the danger… Did the benefits outweigh the dangers? Road safety is a message of love,” tweeted Road Safety and Safe Driving Practises.
Many Kenyans on Twitter were left in shock after watching the video, with some expressing their condolences to the deceased's family. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of hitchhiking and the importance of prioritizing road safety.
