An early morning accident on Tuesday July 16th, 2024 claimed several lives on the Bo-Kenema highway. Around 5:30 AM, a truck loaded with local goods, including palm oil, veered off the road and overturned near the outskirts of Kenema town.

Witnesses recounted the harrowing moments as the heavily laden truck began to sway dangerously before tipping over. The vehicle subsided, trapping several people beneath its massive tires. Emergency responders are working tirelessly to rescue survivors and recover the bodies, with the exact number of casualties still unknown.

The scene was chaotic as onlookers and first responders rushed to help. “It was horrifying,” one eyewitness reported. “The truck tipped over, and people were screaming for help. Some were trapped underneath, and there was little we could do.”

Kenema’s local hospital is overwhelmed with casualties, and medical personnel are on high alert. The community mourns as the full scale of the tragedy becomes clear.

The cause of the accident is under investigation. Preliminary reports suggest that the truck’s heavy load may have contributed to its instability. Investigations are also looking into the driver’s condition and potential contributing factors such as mechanical failure or road conditions.

This incident highlights the urgent need for stricter road safety regulations, especially regarding the transportation of heavy goods. As Kenema and the nation come to terms with this loss, questions about road safety and vehicle maintenance are likely to become a focal point of public concern.

Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.