14-Year-Old Boy Dies After Falling from Moving Truck

Makumbi Emmanuel

Category: LOCAL

Read Time: 2 mins

Published: 19 May 2025

Pallisa, Uganda – A heartbreaking incident has left a family and community in mourning after a young boy lost his life in a devastating accident.

On Sunday evening, at around 5:10 PM, 14-year-old Simon Okodi tragically died after falling from a moving truck along the Kibale-Kamuge road in Kibale Town Council, Pallisa District.

According to Wilfred Kyapasa, the acting police spokesperson for the Bukedi North region, Simon and a friend had left home to visit a barber in Kibale Trading Center. Along the way, the two boys reportedly jumped onto a slow-moving ,Isuzu Forward truck (registration UBE 451Y) without the driver’s knowledge.

As the truck approached Kibale Town, one of the boys managed to jump off safely at a hump, but Simon lost his balance and fell beneath the vehicle.Witnesses say he was tragically stepped on by the truck, leading to fatal injuries.

A team of traffic officers from Pallisa Police Station, led by Sgt. Fred Mutono, rushed to the scene. They documented the accident, took the young boy’s body to Pallisa General Hospital mortuary for a post-mortem, and launched an investigation.

The driver, Okodi Mike, was arrested and detained as authorities continue their inquiries. The truck has been impounded at Kibale yard, pending inspection by the Inspector of Vehicles (IOV).

The sudden loss of Simon Okodi has left his family and friends in deep sorrow. A bright young life was cut short in a moment of youthful misjudgment, serving as a painful reminder of the fragility of life.

Makumbi Emmanuel

Makumbi Emmanuel is our bureau chief in Elgon region based in mbale city , a veteran journalist with 20 years of experience in investigative storytelling and community-focused reporting. Currently with Salt Media, he is dedicated to uncovering hidden truths, amplifying local voices, and driving meaningful change through impactful journalism. His deep commitment to truth and integrity has made him a trusted name in the field, bringing stories to life with depth, accuracy, and a human touch. Beyond his work at Salt Media, Makumbi has contributed to global media giants like BBC and Deutsche Welle (DW) on special assignments, shedding light on critical issues that connect local communities to the world stage. With expertise in in-depth research, investigative reporting, and compelling storytelling, he continues to be a powerful force in journalism, ensuring that every story he tells makes a lasting impact.