Scores feared dead as fuel tanker overturns, catches fire

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NEWS– Several people are feared dead and scores injured after a fuel tanker overturned and caught fire at Kigogwa Town on Kampala-Bombo road in Kasangati, Wakiso District.

According to police statement, at 3:00 PM of 22nd October 2024, a fuel tanker overturned and caught fire at Kigogwa Town along the Kampala-Bombo road in Kasangati, Wakiso District.

SSP Patrick Onyango the Kampala metropolitan police spokesperson revealed that reports indicate that several people may have lost their lives, while others have been injured.

A multi-agency response team swiftly responded to the scene, including, Fire brigade trucks, Four 999 Patrol Cars, Police Ambulances, Red Cross Ambulances, Sister security forces.

According to the Nansana RDC, Mr Charles Lwanga more than 10 people died but Police are yet to confirm the number of fatalities and injuries as investigations are underway.