- A tragic accident in Mai Mahiu claimed one life after a car carrier trailer, loaded with over ten vehicles, overturned and plunged into a valley
- The trailer’s front was severely wrecked, and initial reports suggest the deceased may have been the driver or turn boy
- Photos shared online show the mangled vehicles scattered across the valley, while residents rushed to assist in rescue efforts following the accident around noon
Tragedy struck in Mai Mahiu earlier today when a car carrier trailer overturned, leaving one person dead.
The trailer, which was carrying over ten vehicles, veered off the road and plunged into a valley, scattering the mangled cars across the area.
Eyewitnesses shared harrowing photos online, showing the trailer’s front severely wrecked, with speculation rising that the deceased was either the driver or the turn boy.
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The accident occurred around 12 noon, sparking panic as residents rushed to the scene to assist in rescue efforts.
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Hours before, the same trailer had been spotted on the busy highway, causing a traffic snarl-up as it struggled under the heavy load.
Emergency services arrived at the scene, but rescue efforts were hindered by the extent of the wreckage.
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Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, with many raising concerns about the safety of overloaded trailers on major highways.