The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed a tragic road traffic accident that occurred on 18 August 2024, at approximately 19:50 hours at the 135 kilometre peg along Chivhu-Nyazura Road, near Save Bridge.
This unfortunate incident claimed the lives of eight individuals while four others sustained !njuries.
The accident involved a Nissan Vannet N200 vehicle, which was heading to Dorowa, carrying a total of 11 passengers. The vehicle collided head-on with a Shacman truck traveling in the opposite direction.
Preliminary investigations by law enforcement indicate that the accident was triggered when the Nissan Vannet struck a grid on the bridge, causing the ball joint of the vehicle to dislodge.
Consequently, this mechanical failure led the vehicle to veer into the oncoming lane, resulting in the disastrous collision.
The driver of the Shacman truck reportedly fled the scene, abandoning the vehicle as well as some crucial identification documents.
This has raised concerns about accountability and the need for thorough investigations to hold those responsible accountable for their actions on the road.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has released the names of seven of the eight victims, all of whom were identified by their next of kin. The victims are as follows:
Priviledge Muzanenhamo (41), a female adult from Timire Park, Ruwa, Harare
Wadzanayi Kamhunga (30), a female adult from Kuwadzana 1, Harare
Elizabeth Tomu (30), a female adult from Timire Park, Ruwa, Harare
Aleck Zenda (31), a male adult from Timire Park, Ruwa, Harare
Angela Kamhunga (age not provided), a female adult from Kuwadzana 1, Harare
George Kamhunga (34), a male adult from Timire Park, Ruwa, Harare
Anotida Zenda (1), a female infant from Timire Park, Ruwa
As authorities work to identify the eighth victim, the bodies of all deceased individuals have been transported to Murambinda Mission Hospital mortuary for post-mortem examinations.
The inj_red passengers have also been taken to Murambinda Mission Hospital, where they are receiving medical treatment for their !njuries.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police is urging all road users to exercise extreme caution and adhere strictly to road rules and regulations.
Further investigations are underway to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding this tragedy, including seeking the whereabouts of the Shacman truck driver who fled the scene.
SOURCE : NEWSREPORTZIM.COM
