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81 Die in Road Crashes, Police to release Impounded Boda bodas

SP Michael Kananura the spokesperson of the Directorate of traffic and road safety in Uganda

Kampala, Uganda – The Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety in Uganda have indicated that a total of 81 people lost their lives in road crashes between July 7th and 13th, 2024. Additionally, 301 individuals sustained serious injuries on roads across the country during the past week.

According to the spokesperson of traffic directorate, SP Michael Kananura, among the deceased were 35 motorcyclists, 28 pedestrians, 13 passengers on motorcycles, 3 pedal cyclists, 1 driver, and 1 other.

Kananura highlighted that careless overtaking was the leading cause of the accidents, contributing to 31% of the total crashes, followed by speeding, which accounted for 19% of the total crashes. “Crashes on motorcycles, both riders and passengers, accounted for 59% of the total death, followed by pedestrians who contributed to 35%.” Kananura said

In a separate development, police have urged owners of both Impounded and missing Boda Boda motorcycles to go and claim them, stressing that they’ve run out of space at their various police stations especially in Kampala metropolitan. “We appeal to members of the public, if you know you have your motorcycle parked at the police station, please come for it.”

Stranded Boda Bodas parked at a police station. [Courtesy photo]
Kananura emphasized that those coming to claim for the Impounded motorcycles, must avail the required purchasing documents for their motorcycles for easy identification of ownership. “Even those whose motorcycles went missing, probably they could be among those that are parked at our police stations, please check with us at our stations and take your motorcycles.” He said

He also clarified that most of the motorcycles stranded at their police stations have no pending charges or ongoing investigations.

He further disclosed that those with motorcycles that have their log books with the banks can approach the stations and explain to the police officers, who will get in touch with the banks, to secure the release of their motorcycles.

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