By Yvonne Mangani
MASVINGO – Three people died on the spot, and five others were injured when a Toyota Runx failed to yield and was hit by an oncoming Toyota Granvia at the 200km peg along the Mutare-Masvingo Highway on Friday, June 21, at around 4:10 pm.
Police said the accident occurred when Shepherd Kachasi (27), who was driving the Runx with three passengers on board, attempted to turn right in front of oncoming traffic. Prosper Rusike (71) was driving the Granvia with four passengers towards Masvingo when the collision happened. The Granvia struck the Runx on the rear passenger side.
Masvingo Provincial Police Spokesperson Inspector Kudakwashe Dhewa confirmed that all three passengers in the Runx died instantly. The deceased have been identified as Lilian Muzvanyi (39), Isaiah Svikiro (46), and one other passenger whose identity is yet to be established.
All five injured victims, including the Granvia driver who was in a serious condition, were taken to Masvingo Provincial Hospital for treatment.
Inspector Dehwa urged motorists to exercise caution and consider other road users, especially when turning across busy highways.
The bodies of the deceased were taken to Masvingo Provincial Hospital mortuary for post-mortem examinations and the identification of the third victim.
