By Lawrence Gbembo
Four people have reportedly died following a fatal road accident involving a trailer and a tricycle (keke) at Allentown, east of Freetown, on Monday afternoon, 9 November 2026.
According to eyewitnesses, the trailer reportedly lost control and crashed into a tricycle carrying three people, comprising the rider and two passengers.
The impact was devastating, leaving the tricycle severely damaged and trapped beneath the trailer. The scene was reportedly gruesome, with blood scattered across the accident site.
Following the accident, police officers arrived at the scene and attempted to remove the trailer. However, their efforts were reportedly met with stiff resistance from youths in the Allentown community, who insisted that the container should not be moved.
The confrontation reportedly escalated, prompting the police to fire tear gas to disperse the protesting youths. This resulted in a chaotic situation before calm was eventually restored.
Police officers subsequently commenced preliminary investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident and the ensuing disturbance.
Personnel of the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA) were also present at the scene to facilitate the removal of the wrecked tricycle from beneath the trailer and assist with traffic management.
The circumstances surrounding the accident remain unclear, as investigations are expected to establish the exact cause of the crash. Meanwhile, the reported deaths of the three individuals have raised concerns among residents of the community.
