Kobuola Kogwang's assistant chief Philemon Ongola said their preliminary investigations established that the motorcycle had a tyre bust which he said caused the accident.
He said the front tyre suddenly lost pressure and the rider had difficulties seeing the motorcycle.
“The rider suddenly moved in the opposite lane that is meant for oncoming vehicles before the impact,” Ongola said.
According to the administrator, the rider could not control his motorcycle after the sudden loss of tyre pressure.
As soon as he moved to the right, the trailer hit the rider and his passenger.
Ongola said residents from the area rushed to the scene in a bid to save the men.
Homa Bay subcounty police commander Peter Maluki said the rider broke his limbs in the accident. They also bled profusely.
“Officers arrived at the scene and collected bodies to Homa Bay Teaching and Referral Hospital mortuary. We’re urging road users to observe traffic rules to avoid accidents,” Maluki said.
The police officer said they have launched investigations into what caused the accident.
“If possible, ensure vehicles or motorcycles are well serviced to minimize accidents,” he said.
