{Drivers and motorcyclists have been cautioned against breaching road safety standards which is some cases result into fatal accidents.}
While reacting on the security status in the last 48 hours (eve of Christmas and Christmas Day), the Rwanda National Police (RNP) deputy spokesperson, Chief Supt. Lynder Nkuranga said that at least three people died in two separate accidents.
“The accidents were due to over speeding and the recklessness of the motorists,” Chief Supt. Nkuranga said.
One of the fatal accidents occurred on Sunday morning in Kamonyi District where a motorcyclist and a passenger he was transport died on spot in Musambira Sector after he failed to negotiate a corner, apparently as he was speeding.
Apparently, the motorcyclist had no driver’s license.
Another accident happened in Nyarugunga Sector of Nyarugenge District where an over speeding vehicle also hit a pedestrian, who died instantly.
“We appeal to all road users especially drivers and motorcyclist to respect traffic rules and regulations as means to value the lives of those they transport and other road users,” she said.
She also warned against drunk-driving noting that measures have been undertaken including increased deployments on roads and on entertainment or bar spots, to prevent such.
“Other incidents included fire which broke out in one of the wards of the central prison in Nyarugenge, which was, however, contained by the police fire and rescue brigade, which arrived at the scene five minutes later,” she explained.
“Two prisoners sustained minor injuries during the stampede but everything is now back to normal…investigations are underway to establish the real cause of the fire.”
“In general, the security situation was normal across the country and we laud the continued vigilance and partnership with the public, who are the major players in ensuring safety and security at all times through timely information sharing.”
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