The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a statement providing further details on a tragic road traffic accident that occurred on July 10 2024, at around 1:30 pm along the Harare-Mutare Road, near the Mabvuku turn-off.
The accident has resulted in a total of five fatalities, with one of the 10 injur3d victims passing away upon admission at Parirenyetwa Group of Hospitals.
The deceased have been identified by their next of kin as follows:
Keylia Munene (11 months), a female infant
Loice Rushizha (69), a female adult from Dzivarasekwa, Harare
Steven Ngozha (74), a male adult from Dzivarasekwa, Harare
Violet Mesa, a female adult from Nyamanhindi Village, Rusape
Joyce Mundogwinya (52), a female adult from New Ceney Park, Ushewekunze, Harare
The ZRP is urging motorists to exercise caution and observe stipulated speed limits to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
The force is also reminding drivers to abide by all road rules and regulations to ensure safe travel.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but preliminary reports indicate that excessive speeding may have played a significant role in the tragedy.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police is working closely with other stakeholders to reduce the number of road traffic accidents and fatalities on the country’s roads
SOURCE : NEWSREPORTZIM.COM
