Police have started investigations into an accident that occurred this morning at Namumira railway crossing in Mukono District involving a Trinity Express bus and a Uganda Railways passenger train.
According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson, Patrick Onyango, the incident happened when the bus, registration number RAH 629B, driven by Bulya Erat, failed to stop at the railway crossing point and was struck by the train, registration 73U32, operated by Henry Munyarurembo .
“The train damaged the rear part of the bus, but fortunately, no lives were lost and no injuries were reported,” Onyango said.
Police officers responded promptly to the scene, took statements from witnesses, and are conducting further investigations. The bus, the train, and their operators were taken to the Uganda Railways offices in Kyetume, where the bus driver is assisting with the ongoing inquiry.
Onyango cautioned drivers to exercise maximum vigilance when approaching railway crossings.
“We want to remind all motorists that overspeeding and failure to observe traffic rules can have serious consequences. Drivers must adhere to safety guidelines, especially at railway crossing points, to avoid such incidents,” he emphasized.