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At least 17 killed in multi-vehicle crash in Kenya
A multi-vehicle collision in the Salama area southeast of Nairobi has claimed at least 17 lives, with the majority of those killed identified as Catholic pilgrims.
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The crash occurred in the Salama region, approximately 90 kilometres southeast of Kenya's capital, claiming the lives of numerous passengers travelling together. Emergency responders were deployed to the scene following the collision involving multiple vehicles.
The incident claimed the lives primarily of Catholic pilgrims who were travelling as part of a religious pilgrimage. The exact circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation by local authorities.
The death toll and number of injured passengers were still being assessed as rescue and medical teams continued operations at the crash site. Road traffic accidents remain a leading cause of fatalities across East Africa, with safety concerns frequently raised regarding vehicle maintenance and road conditions.
Kenyan authorities have not yet released additional details regarding the identities of those killed or injured, or the specific cause of the multi-vehicle collision.