By Ndinatsei Mavudza
GUTU – Three people were killed and five others injured when a haulage truck overturned near the 70km peg along the Chivhu-Masvingo road on October 31, 2025.
Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson, Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa, confirmed the incident to TellZim News, identifying the driver of the Gutu-bound truck as Edlight Mashayamombe, who was among the deceased.
Inspector Dehwa said the accident occurred when Mashayamombe attempted to overtake another vehicle but lost control after the truck slipped off the edge of the roadway.
HE urged motorists to exercise extreme caution on the roads, especially with the festive season approaching.
“We advise members of the public to be careful on the roads. They should obey traffic rules, avoid speeding and be particularly vigilant when overtaking, especially on busy or narrow roads, to prevent accidents,” said Dhewa.
The vehicle, which was carrying seven passengers, overturned once before landing on its roof, killing three people instantly.
When police officers arrived at the scene, they found the victims trapped in the wreckage. With assistance from Gutu Rural District Council, rescue teams managed to retrieve the bodies.
The five survivors were rushed to Gutu Mission Hospital for medical treatment while the deceased were taken to the hospital mortuary for postmortem examinations.
The accident comes amid increasing road traffic accidents across Masvingo Province, including a recent fatal crash at Exor that claimed the life of a 13-year-old girl after a Toyota Allion veered off the road and hit six pedestrians.
With more vehicles expected on the roads during the coming festive season, there is growing concern about the need for enhanced road safety measures to prevent further loss of life.
