A total of 100 people perished in the past week due to road crashes, according to the mini weekly-Traffic and Road Safety report between July- 9-15.
This brings the number to 177 people who have perished in just a fortnight.
According to the report that was provided yesterday, at the joint security briefing held at Police headquarters in Kampala, 432 crashes were reported, of which 97 were fatal, 202 serious, and 133 minor.
Directorate of Traffic and Road Safety spokesperson, Michael Kananura said of the 424 victims, 100 lost lives, while 324 sustained injuries.
The fatalities included 42 motorcycle riders (13 passengers and 29 riders) as well as 40 pedestrians.
Kananura attributed the major causes of the crashes during the week to speeding, careless overtaking maneuvers, overtaking on blind corners and hills, attempting overtaking maneuvers when faced with multiple vehicles ahead, among others.
Kananura noted that respecting all road users is essential, and the Traffic Directorate emphasizes the need for vigilance and responsible behavior while using the road.
