A grisly road accident occurred at the bridge from Nyabohanse towards Mabera sub-county, Migori county.

The heartbreaking accident involved a lorry transporting maize from Sirare towards Migori Town.

The overloaded lorry lost control and hit two motorbikes carrying passengers on Sunday night, January 19.

"One of the motorbikes was carrying two female teachers and a pedestrian. Tragically, a total of five people have been confirmed dead at the scene. The lorry driver was rushed to the hospital in an unconscious state," a Facebook post read.

The teachers who perished in the tragic incident were Dorcas Nyamohanga and her colleague Lucy Chakala.

Residents who rushed to the scene were captured trying to help the victims, but the two female teachers had died on the spot.

Their bodies were covered with sheets as the necessary authorities were alerted to reach the accident scene.

Kenyans were left heartbroken after the incident as they took to social media to mourn the victims.

Ann Matinde:

"It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Madam Dorcas and Madam Lucy Chakala following a tragic road accident. Charming and friendly people. People who stood for progress. People passionate about seeing the young generation advance in acquiring knowledge and, above all, dedicated family women."

Gati Mokebhasa:

"And the Bible says, be ready because we do not know the day or the hour. Our sisters did not know that they would die early. So, we are all on a journey."

Robi Mokami

"Sad, sad, sad. My heartfelt condolences to their family. Lucy, I can't believe it."

Dickson Mose:

"Special condolences to the two families. Let their souls rest in peace."

Edith Nyamvula Chacha:

"Oh no. This is sad. May their souls rest in eternal peace, and may their families find comfort, peace and strength from God."

Fred Mabere:

"I am lost for words.

I never thought it could be you, madam Lucy!! May your dear souls rest easy. We are saddened indeed."

Clinton Moseti:

"May their souls rest in eternal peace. They have been such impactful personnel to society; they have passed away, but their impactful work remains in the minds of many. This reminds us that we are only remembered once we leave this world by the number of souls and minds we inspire, so we move towards creating a lasting impact. Rest easy, Madam Lucy and Dorcas."

In another story, a tragic plane crash along the Malindi-Mombasa Highway claimed the lives of Mashamba Primary School headteacher Naomi Chitsaka and two others.

Chitsaka, who had previously survived a 2017 accident that cost her a leg, was preparing for a promotional interview when the fatal crash occurred.

The ill-fated Cessna 172 developed engine trouble, forcing an emergency landing attempt that ended in catastrophe.

Source: TUKO.co.ke