Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has revealed that the National Police Service has recorded a total of 21,620 victims of road traffic accidents this year.
In a statement on Thursday, December 5, Kanja noted that out of the total number of victims recorded, 4,282 lost their lives.
He noted that the data indicated an increase of 192 people who have lost their lives this year, compared to 2023 where 4,090 people perished.
"In terms of victims, in 2023, we recorded a total of 20,239 victims of road traffic accidents compared to 21,620 victims this year, marking an increase of 1,381 (7%).
"Out of this, 4,090 victims were fatally injured in 2023 compared with 4,282 victims in 2024, indicating an increase of 192 people who have lost their lives as a result of road carnage this year," the statement read in part.
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As such, Kanja appealed to motorists to approach the festive season with a change in behaviour in a bid to reduce road accidents.
"These are not just statistics, but human lives that have been adversely affected as a result of Road carnage. In this regard, we are appealing to all motorists to approach this festive season with a changed behavior with a common purpose to reduce road carnage," the statement further read.
At the same time, Kanja announced plans to conduct joint crackdowns on the roads in collaboration with the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA).
Additionally, the police will be working with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to tame corruption on the roads.
Kanja, therefore, called on motorists to observe traffic rules during the festive season while cooperating with the officers deployed on the roads.
"We call upon all drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, boda boda riders, and passengers to comply with traffic regulations and rules by avoiding operating unroadworthy motor vehicles, failure to use safety belts by commuters, speeding, driver fatigue, driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, and careless driving," read the statement.
