Super Metro Limited has confirmed that one of its buses was involved in a fatal incident in Kitengela on the night of February 24, 2026.
In a statement released Thursday, the company said its vehicle, registration number KDK 060H, was en route from Kitengela to Nairobi’s Central Business District at around 11 p.m. when it was stopped by a group of boda boda riders.
According to the company, the riders alleged that the bus conductor had pushed a passenger from the vehicle.
“Super Metro Limited is aware of reports concerning a serious incident that allegedly occurred on 24/2/26 in Kitengela at 11pm,” the statement read.
“Our vehicle KDK 060H enroute from Kitengela to Nairobi CBD with 32 passengers on board was stopped by an irate mob of boda boda riders claiming that the conductor had pushed a passenger from the bus.”
The company said the claims came as a surprise to those on board, but preliminary information indicates the incident resulted in a fatality.
The vehicle is currently being held at Athi River Police Station, while the driver and conductor are in police custody as investigations continue.
“As a company we are deeply saddened by the reported loss of life and our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of those who are affected,” Super Metro said. “Safety of our passengers, employees and communities is our major concern.”
The company added that it is cooperating fully with law enforcement agencies and the National Transport and Safety Authority as they conduct investigations into the circumstances that led to the incident.
“We are cooperating fully with the law enforcement and National Transport and Safety Authority as they conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to the incident. Currently the matter remains under investigation,” the statement added.
Super Metro also revealed that it has launched an internal review to determine whether any company policies or procedures were implicated and to assess any necessary improvements to safety measures.
“We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and safety of everyone who interacts with our services,” the company said, urging anyone with relevant information to contact law enforcement authorities.
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