In Kiambu County, specifically in Karuri at the Kiambaa Sub County’s Karuri Traffic Base, a fatal hit-and-run road traffic accident occurred on the 16th of March 2024. The incident took place around 3:10 am along the Ndenderu-Ruaka Road at Gacharage area. The accident involved an unknown motor vehicle and a male adult identified as Brian Chira. Zeleck Momanyi Alfonso, who was with Brian at the time, reported the incident to the authorities.
The events leading up to the accident began at Ciero Resort in Gacharage area near Total Petrol Station. Security guards at the resort had removed Brian Chira, claiming he was drunk and causing chaos, resulting in the resort closing. Zeleck Momanyi Alfonso, who witnessed this, decided to head home. As he was boarding a motorcycle, Brian requested a lift, and they both left together.
As they approached the Gacharage roundabout, Brian asked the motorcycle rider, Abdul Charo, to take him to his house. However, Brian got off the motorcycle and ran towards the main road, heading in the wrong direction. It was at this point that tragedy struck, as Brian was hit by a white Canter truck that did not stop after the collision.
Upon receiving the report, police officers visited the scene, and Brian’s body was moved to City Mortuary for a postmortem examination. Efforts are currently underway to locate the vehicle and driver involved in the hit-and-run incident, with Cause Code 98 being utilized for the investigation.
The untimely death of Brian Chira has left many in shock, emphasizing the importance of road safety and responsible behavior, especially in situations involving alcohol consumption. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the risks associated with reckless actions and the devastating consequences they can have.