PUBLIC INTERVENTION SAVES LIVES OF LUBIRI HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
We commend members of the public around Cornerstone Plaza, Rubaga, whose quick intervention helped save the lives of 73 Lubiri High School students travelling aboard bus UAQ 079W, belonging to Jeju Express Bus Company for a study tour at UMA–Lugogo.
The bus reportedly lost control prompting the conductor to alert the public and together with members of the community they managed to bring it to a stop by throwing stones under it. Fortunately, no injuries were registered.
Police responded immediately and found that the bus was carrying 73 students instead of 67, had an expired PSV licence, no
@Educ_SportsUg clearance, no 3rd party insurance and had not been inspected by the
@MoWT_Uganda
The driver, conductor & patron have been detained to assist with investigations, while police are get a statement from the head teacher.
We strongly caution all schools to comply with all requirements for school trips and student transportation, regardless of whether the journey is short or long.
The safety of our children must always come before convenience.
@PoliceUg @mkituuma