‘They Wanted to Kill Us All’: Survivors Speak Out After Deadly Ambush on Moyale-Nairobi Bus
A routine bus journey turned into a nightmare for passengers traveling from Moyale to Nairobi when armed assailants ambushed their vehicle, leaving a trail of destruction and horror in their wake. The attack, which took place on Monday, September 2, between Bori Junction and Dadach Lakole, has sent shockwaves through the region, raising concerns about security on the roads.
The bus, operated by Salama Bus Company, was carrying passengers on a typically long but uneventful journey from the northern border town of Moyale to the bustling Kenyan capital of Nairobi. However, the tranquility of the journey was shattered when gunmen opened fire on the vehicle, spraying it with bullets in a brutal and senseless attack. The attackers, whose identities remain unknown, fled the scene shortly after the ambush, leaving behind a scene of devastation.
Survivors of the ambush have recounted the terrifying moments when the gunmen began their assault. Social media footage, captured in the aftermath, reveals the extent of the damage inflicted on the bus: bullet holes punctured the vehicle’s exterior, several windows were shattered, and at least one of the tyres was completely destroyed. The carnage inside the bus was equally harrowing, with passengers desperately seeking cover as bullets tore through the vehicle.
One of the survivors, who managed to record a video after the attack, expressed the sheer terror they experienced. “Look at all these bullets, these people are not human. They wanted to kill us all but God intervened,” said a voice in the video, highlighting the attackers’ apparent intent to inflict maximum harm.
In the wake of the attack, several passengers were left with gunshot wounds, some of which were severe. The injured were quickly evacuated to Sololo Mission Hospital for emergency treatment. Tragically, one of the victims succumbed to their injuries before reaching the hospital, adding a somber note to an already horrific incident.
The attack has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation, with calls for increased security measures on the roads leading to and from Kenya’s border regions. The stretch of road where the ambush occurred is notorious for its remoteness and has previously been a hotspot for banditry and attacks by armed groups. However, the scale and ferocity of this particular incident have left many questioning the effectiveness of current security protocols.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the attack, with efforts underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. However, as the region grapples with the aftermath, the survivors are left to cope with the trauma of their ordeal. The ambush serves as a grim reminder of the dangers that still lurk in parts of the country, where the threat of violence remains an ever-present reality.
The passengers aboard the Salama Bus are fortunate to be alive, but the scars—both physical and psychological—will linger long after the last bullet was fired. The attack has not only shaken those directly involved but also struck fear into the hearts of many who rely on these routes for travel. As the investigation continues, there is hope that justice will be served, and measures will be taken to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
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‘They Wanted to Kill Us All’: Survivors Speak Out After Deadly Ambush on Moyale-Nairobi Bus
