According to sources, the two trucks involved include one from the cement factory and the other carrying iron rods – collided before crashing into at least three other vehicles, including a taxi. Eyewitnesses said the collision happened around 10 PM.
There are conflicting reports concerning the number of casualties. While some sources say at least three were killed, others indicate the death toll could be as high as five. Among the deceased were a taxi driver and his passenger. Local authorities are yet to confirm the exact number of casualties as investigations unfold.
Eyewitness accounts describe a shocking scene with human body parts littered at the scene of the crash. The violent collision crippled the vehicles and caused traffic in the area.
The cause for the accident remains unknown; however, an official investigation should shed more light on this. This is a fast-developing story that will see more updates as new information is received.