Mosiria warns of possible cartels behind night road accidents
"This consistent pattern raises serious concern and warrants thorough investigation. The repetition in timing, locations, and conduct of first responders suggests the possible involvement of organized cartels deliberately exploiting or engineering night accidents, particularly ar..
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Nairobi County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement Geoffrey Mosiria has voiced alarm over a persistent pattern of night-time road accidents in Nairobi, suggesting potential involvement of organized cartels.
- The accidents frequently occur between Wednesday and Saturday nights, concentrated around major roundabouts and corridors like Nyayo Stadium and the Southern Bypass.
- Mosiria highlighted concerns that breakdown and towing operators often arrive at accident scenes before emergency services, with victims reportedly robbed of valuables prior to rescue efforts.
- He urged the National Police Service and investigative agencies to probe these incidents and increase surveillance in high-risk zones, pointing to a consistent pattern that implies deliberate exploitation or engineering of accidents for financial gain.
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