NTSA checks cause massive traffic on Thika Road

The National Transport and Safety Authority has launched a crackdown on Thika Road.

The National Transport and Safety Authority has launched a crackdown on Thika Road.

The swoop has hurt passengers plying the route, especially a few days before Christmas when many are travelling home for the holidays.

Many were stranded as motorists avoided the route to escape the traffic police.

Those who managed to secure spaces in the vehicles were stuck in a massive traffic jam.

Residents say the road blocks were mounted on Witeithie and near the Vincentian prayer centre area.

At least 58 vehicles were impounded and their drivers arrested.