Three people died when boda boda riders collided during fuel price protests in Kimbo, Ruiru, on Monday, May 18.
Two others sustained injuries in the incident that took place amid ongoing demonstrations against rising fuel prices, causing transport disruptions nationwide.
Reports indicate the boda boda riders were speeding after allegedly trying to evade tolls imposed by protesters along the road.
The riders crashed during the chaos, resulting in the fatal accident that claimed lives and left people injured.
Police arrived at the scene and retrieved the bodies as authorities worked to restore calm in the area.
No additional information has been disclosed about the condition of the riders injured in the collision.
Meanwhile, authorities have not released any statement or further details regarding the deaths in Ruiru.
The incident occurred as protests over increased fuel prices continued to affect transportation and services in various parts of the country.
Transport stakeholders nationwide have joined the #RejectFuelPrices demonstrations.
The protests followed recent petrol and diesel price hikes announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), causing economic strain and impacting livelihoods.
The demonstrations have resulted in road blockades, transport disruptions, and protests in multiple towns and highways since Monday morning, with vehicles set on fire and reports of protester detentions.
Police have been deployed across various areas to clear blocked roads and maintain peace as commuters continue experiencing transportation difficulties, with instances of protesters being shot.
The Ruiru incident contributes to the growing number of injuries reported during protests nationwide. In Nakuru, unconfirmed reports suggest a protester was struck by a vehicle during demonstrations.
Several protesters also sustained gunshot wounds in Thika during the unrest.