Chinese National Arrested over Knocking Dead Two Children.

A Chinese national has been arrested by l police in Kassanda after causing the death of two children in a tragic accident.

The incident occurred today morning in Kamusenene village along Lubaali, Bukuya road in Kassanda district when motor vehicle UAU 001V driven by Zhao Haizhanga attempted to overtake a truck loaded with logs, hitting five pedestrians who were all juveniles and pupils at Glory Nursery and Primary School.

Sadly, two of the children, identified as Matovu Jonathan, aged five, and Buriana Nantongo, aged six, both residents of Kamusenene village, lost their lives instantly.

The Wamala Regional Police Spokesperson ASP Rachel Kawala said other three victims were rushed to Mityana Hospital for treatment, while the bodies of the deceased have been taken to Kassanda Health Centre IV for a postmortem examination.

Kawala said that the accident was caused by Zhao Haizhanga's reckless driving, leading to him losing control of the vehicle and hitting the pedestrians. “The suspect is currently in police custody as investigations continue”, she added.

The scene of the accident has been documented, and the authorities are urging anyone with any information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. “This is a tragic incident that has left a community mourning the loss of two young lives and has served as a stark reminder of the need for responsible driving on the roads” Kawala stated.