Super Metro Tragedy

Police in Ruiru, Kiambu County, have arrested a Super Metro matatu driver following the death of a passenger who was allegedly thrown off the moving vehicle for not paying Ksh. 30.

The matatu in question, with registration number KDL 125N, was being driven by David Nderitu on the fateful day.

It has been reported that David and a tout who was part of the crew in the matatu allegedly pushed Gilbert Thuku Kimani from the matatu, causing his death.

The incident happened along Thika Road at Kahawa Sukari. Gilbert had boarded the matatu from Kahawa Wendani headed to Thika.

Witnesses say Gilbert was to pay Ksh.80 as fare but he only had Ksh.50. An altercation ensued between him and the tout, leading to Gilbert being pushed out by the tout.

Upon realising what had happened, the matatu sped from the scene. Police were notified and the matatu was impounded and the driver arrested.

As the family tries to comprehend this tragic news, their only hope is those behind the act will face the full wrath of the law and put an end to the wreck-less matatu culture being witnessed in the country.