Police at Jinja Road have arrested a 33-year-old driver following a fatal road crash in Mutungo Biina, Nakawa Division, Kampala, that left a motorcycle rider dead and three schoolchildren seriously injured.
The accident occurred at around 7:30 a.m. on September 18, 2026, near Muggies Hotel along Mutungo Biina Road.
According to police, the crash involved a white Toyota Hilux Double Cabin, registration number UA 945EW, driven by Mulema Dennis, a resident of Mutungo Biina, and motorcycle UMA 530LD.
The motorcycle rider, identified as Muhindo Reagan, 22, a resident of Kasokoso in Wakiso District, died at the scene.
Three pupils from Kiswa Primary School, aged seven and 13 years, were also injured in the crash. Police said the children were travelling to school in the Bugolobi area when the accident occurred.
WHAT POLICE SAY HAPPENED
Preliminary findings indicate that the Hilux was travelling from Biina towards Mutungo Ku Nya when it allegedly collided with the motorcycle carrying the pupils.
The motorcycle rider died instantly, while the three pupils sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Mulago Hospital for treatment.
Police have attributed the preliminary cause of the crash to alleged careless driving, although investigations are still ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Mulema remains in police custody as he awaits court proceedings.
Highlights
- One person died in the September 18 crash.
- The deceased was identified as 22-year-old Muhindo Reagan.
- Three Kiswa Primary School pupils were seriously injured.
- The crash involved a Toyota Hilux and a motorcycle.
- The injured pupils were taken to Mulago Hospital.
- The driver has been arrested and remains in police custody.
Takeaway
Police are once again urging motorists, motorcycle riders and other road users to exercise greater caution, obey traffic regulations and observe road safety guidelines to prevent avoidable loss of life.
