A tr@gic road accident near Family 24 in Norton resulted in the d3aths of six individuals, with multiple others sustaining injuries yesterday morning.
The collision involved a commuter omnibus and occurred around 6:00 am, leaving a devastating scene of chaos and grief.
Among the deceased was a newlywed couple who were still on their honeymoon, adding an additional layer of heartbreak to an already tragic event.
The early hour of the accident raises concerns about the number of passengers aboard the kombi at the time.
Emergency services arrived promptly to the scene; however, the full extent of casualties and injuries is still being assessed.
Official reports from the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) are awaited to confirm the exact number of fatalities and to provide clarity on the injuries sustained by those who survived.
The cause of the accident remains undetermined and is currently under investigation. Speculation continues to circulate, yet conclusions should remain tentative until the ZRP releases an official statement regarding the factors that led to the crash.
In the immediate aftermath, the accident site was described as chaotic, with emergency personnel working diligently to assist victims and recover the deceased.
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The heartbreaking nature of the incident has caused widespread sh0ck and sadness within the community, prompting an outpouring of grief on social media.
Many Zimbabweans took to platforms like Twitter and Facebook to express their condolences and share their sadness over the tragic loss of life.
Social media users also urged for increased caution among drivers, particularly with the festive season approaching, emphasizing the critical importance of road safety.
Edmore Mucheka lamented: “Zvakaoma. Bamunini vangu murume wemunin’ina wamai Vangu anga arimo. Vafira paspot💔😭”
Another user, Andy Tanaka Bangura, shared: “This accident killed my neighbour.”
Monalisa Kandenga Kadzura wrote: “Shameeee zvakaoma hazvo. My sister Abby nyaradzwa naJehova.”
Lizzie Makalani added: “Zvakaoma pane mukomana afa imomo. akatochata last month zvorwadza.”
Garry Tamangani reflected on the hazardous nature of the area: “That area is becoming a black spot, a few weeks ago takasvika pane fit yakarovera pa a jackknifed truck. While we were still there same area Iveco yakarovera kumashure kweimwe truck. 2 accidents at the same spot pa Family 24 ipo paya.”
As the community grapples with this tragedy, calls for enhanced road safety measures become increasingly urgent, highlighting the devastating impact of such incidents on families and the broader society.
