The septic tank that caved in, killed six people in Kihunguro, Ruiru.[Gitau Wanyoike, Standard]

At least six people have died and several others were injured after a septic tank caved in while they made merry attending a wedding in Kihunguro, Ruiru, Kiambu County. 

Kiambu Police Commander Muchangi Kioi, confirming the incident to The Standard said the six drowned in a well, as they sang and danced on a concrete slab.

Eyewitnesses at the scene of the incident in Kihunguro, Ruiru. [Police]

They were waiting to pick up the bride, at the time of the incident.

 

A rescue operation is currently underway.

The scene of the incident.[Gitau Wanyoike, Standard]

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