A tragic road accident in Mubende District has claimed the lives of four people and left twenty others injured. The accident occurred on September 5, 2025, at around 4:30 a.m., along the Nabutiti–Kisujja stretch of the Kyegegwa–Mubende road. The vehicle involved, an Isuzu Elf with registration UBF 636F, was carrying about 35 passengers traveling to a burial in Kassanda.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the vehicle lost control, veered off the road, and overturned, killing four occupants instantly. The deceased have been identified as Anold Maniriho (43), Sekubulye Richard (36), Tumuranze Enid (40), and Kobusingye Edvina (23), all residents of Kangoma ‘A’, Rushango Town Council in Ibanda District.
The injured include Karuhanga James (34), Mukamohere Kellen (45), Karire Jackline (34), Mufuruko Edison, Twiine Innocent (21), Kwendera John (58), Tumwikirize Scovia (56), Tugume Medard, and Busingye Medius (53), among others. Some victims are yet to be identified.
Police officers quickly visited the scene and documented the incident. The injured were rushed to Mubende Regional Referral Hospital for treatment, while the bodies of the deceased were taken to the hospital mortuary for post-mortem examination. The vehicle has been towed for inspection, and authorities are investigating the accident, with careless driving suspected as the primary cause. Efforts are ongoing to arrest and hold the driver accountable.
Police spokesperson SP Racheal Kawala confirmed the ongoing investigations, while the Public Relations Officer for Wamala Region assured the public that authorities are committed to bringing justice for the victims.
