- Popular X influencer, Gustavo Rides, also known as Elvis Juma or Luhya Kidd, died on March 15 in a motorcycle accident on the Northern Bypass
- Photos and videos from the scene of the accident show extensive damage to Gustavo’s Ducati motorcycle and the silver Toyota Succeed car involved in the accident.
- The tragedy happened just a few hours after his last message on the internet thanking for life, which caused grief and strong emotions from fans and the motorcycling community in Kenya.
The community of motorcyclists and X users in Kenya has gone into mourning following the sudden death of popular influencer Gustavo Rides, also known as Elvis Juma or Luhya Kidd.
Source: Facebook
Gustavo died on Sunday, March 15, after his Ducati Streetfighter 848 motorcycle he was riding with his wife Diana was involved in a fatal accident.
Sources who spoke to TUKO.co.ke said the accident happened on the Northern Bypass while they were traveling from Marurui to Ruaka.
What happened at the scene of the accident that killed Gustavo?
Videos and photos from the scene of the crash have now emerged, showing the horrific nature of the collision. A photo circulating shows a silver Toyota Probox being towed away, with extensive damage from the driver’s door to the rear door.
The collision was so severe that the rear wheel on the driver’s side came off completely.
Nearby there was Gustavo’s motorcycle which was badly damaged in the steering wheel. The headlight and windshield were broken, and fuel was spilled on the road.
A video witnessed by TUKO.co.ke showed a flat tire in the middle of the road, while good Samaritans rushed to the area to help.
Reports indicate that the car was trying to make a U-turn when the accident happened.
It is understood that Gustavo’s death occurred just hours after his last message on X, where he expressed gratitude for being alive.
Netizens give opinions
The emergence of videos of the crash scene has caused an outcry online, with fans and other motorcyclists expressing shock and sadness. Many talked about the fragility of life while offering condolences.
Here are some of their comments:
@YoungSwoosh_: “We need to investigate more about the driver of the Probox, we can ignore it and then we find out there is more.”
@DemetriusRO6: “He greeted Maulana and may he rest his soul in heaven.”
Patrick Njai Njai: “Every time I get the courage to ride a motorcycle, I find a reason to give it up. Rest in peace, hero.”
Nicholas Wanjohi: “Sleeping is normal but waking up is grace. Who else is grateful for the gift of life?”
Mukudi Sydney: “Sorry to the family. May he and his wife rest in peace.”
Muthui Major Williams: “Driving a motorbike especially in Nairobi is not easy. It doesn’t matter how skilled you are because other road users can cause accidents even if you are careful.”
Johnson Goes: “Kenyan drivers, stop killing us with negligence and arrogance on the road. Respect all road users. Rest in peace Gustavo and his wife.”
Source: Facebook
What was Diana’s last message before the accident?
Like her husband Gustavo, Diana also posted a message on social media a few hours before the fatal accident.
He complained of a sore throat and muscle pain, and reflected on the challenges of being sick.
The lawyer, who also had a great love for motorcycles, had once shared posts about motorcyclists and their passion for speed, calling brave people who are not afraid of danger.
The couple left behind a five-month-old baby.
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