Residents at a past accident scene. Two people sustained serious injuries after a matatu they were traveling in was involved in an accident on the Nakuru-Molo road on Tuesday. [Photo: standard]

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Three people sustained serious injuries after a matatu they were traveling in was involved in an accident  along the Nakuru-Molo road on Tuesday.

Witnesses said the driver of the vehicle lost control and veered off the road and hit a tree at Cheponde area.

Benjamin Njoroge, area chief confirmed the accident and said the driver and two passengers were rushed to Nakuru Level 5 hospital for treatment.

“The driver and two passengers sustained serious injuries and are currently being treated at Nakuru Level 5 hospital,” said Njoroge.

He urged motorists to be cautious along the Elburgon-Njoro stretch to avoid unnecessary accidents.

“Motorists should exercise caution while using the road to avoid accidents which will lead to deaths,” he said.