By Enock Katamba | Uncovered UG
Four people have died and nine others sustained injuries following a three-vehicle collision along the Kampala–Gulu Highway in Nakasongola District.
The accident occurred at around 10:30pm on Monday, November 9, 2026, at Walusis Village in Migyera Town Council, involving a Mercedes-Benz truck, a Toyota Hiace and an Isuzu box-body truck.
Preliminary police investigations indicate that the crash began when a Mercedes-Benz truck reportedly broke down and remained stationary in the middle of the road, obstructing vehicles travelling from Gulu towards Kampala.
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According to Savannah Region Police spokesperson Sam Twiineamazima, the Toyota Hiace, which was approaching the stationary truck, attempted to overtake it.
However, the driver reportedly encountered an oncoming vehicle and swerved back into the lane, hitting the stationary Mercedes-Benz truck before the approaching Isuzu truck collided with the Toyota Hiace.
The impact resulted in the deaths of four people, while nine other passengers travelling in the Toyota Hiace sustained injuries.
Injured passengers rushed to hospital
The injured passengers were rushed to Nakasongola Hospital Centre IV, where they received medical attention.
The bodies of the deceased were also taken to the hospital mortuary pending postmortem examinations.
Police officers responded to the scene and began documenting evidence as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident continued.
Truck driver detained as investigations continue
Police subsequently identified the Mercedes-Benz truck driver as Muhindo Vison, who was taken into custody as investigators sought to establish the circumstances under which the vehicle broke down and remained on the highway.
The investigation is expected to establish the events leading to the collision and whether appropriate precautions were taken to warn approaching motorists about the stationary truck.
Fresh concerns over highway safety
The accident has once again drawn attention to the dangers motorists face when encountering broken-down vehicles on busy highways, particularly at night when visibility can be limited.
The Kampala–Gulu Highway is an important transport route connecting the capital to northern Uganda and other parts of the country.
Police investigations into the Nakasongola crash are ongoing, as authorities work to establish the full circumstances surrounding the deaths and injuries.
written by @enock katamba
- Enock Katamba is a Ugandan Journalist and Founder of Uncovered UG, an independent digital news platform covering Uganda and international developments. He reports on politics, national affairs, entertainment, sports, business, education and other stories of public interest.
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