The vehicle, typically used for secondary school transport, was devoid of students as it was repurposed for the occasion. The journey from a burial site in Nyahera to Nyakach, spanning approximately 62 km (38.5 miles), turned tragic when the bus crashed, leading to both tragic losses and severe injuries among the passengers, predominantly from a single family.

Authorities reported that 20 passengers sustained injuries, with 5 in critical condition. Efforts by the Ministry of Health Kenya included a call for urgent blood donations to assist survivors, while condolences were extended to the families affected by this catastrophic event. Kenyan President William Ruto emphasized the importance of holding accountable those whose negligence may have contributed to the tragedy and addressed the pressing need for improved road safety measures across the country.

Meanwhile, the National Transport and Safety Authority announced their commitment to investigating the accident. This calamity is a grim reminder of the escalating road safety crises in Kenya, where deadly accidents have increasingly become a concern.