By Tadiwanashe Mberikunashe
A tragic road accident claimed the life of one passenger and left six others injured on July 14, at around 0700hours along Ngundu-Tanganda Road.
The accident happened near the 87km peg after the driver of a Nissan Caravan minibus lost control of the vehicle and hit a stationary truck.
Masvingo Provincial Assistant Police Spokesperson Assistant Inspector Masauso Patinyu confirmed the incident to TellZim News and urged members of the public to prioritize their safety when driving on the road.
“I confirm the death of one person in an accident that happened along Ngundu Tanganda road. Drivers must always be attentive and cautious, especially when approaching stationary vehicles. Road safety remains a shared responsibility,” said Ass Insp Patinyu.
The accident occurred when a silver Nissan Caravan minibus that was carrying 12 passengers, driven by Nelson Jawa (27) lost control and collided with a stationary international truck.
The truck, which had a mechanical breakdown, was parked on the roadside with its hazard warning triangles properly placed at the front and rear.
The impact caused the minibus to overturn once before landing on its right side.
One female passenger, Tendai Zimove of Triangle, died on the spot after sustaining severe head injuries. Six other passengers were injured in the crash, with one reported to be unconscious and the remaining five in stable condition.
Police and emergency services attended the scene and the injured were rushed to Chiredzi General Hospital. The body of the deceased was also transported to the same facility.
