Six lives were tragically lost, and seven individuals sustained injuries in a collision involving a haulage truck and a Mazda BT50 vehicle along Mutare-Masvingo road.
The heart-wrenching accident unfolded when the haulage truck, grappling with a loss of brakes, collided with the stationary Mazda BT50. The impact of the collision resulted in a catastrophic scene, leaving a trail of destruction on the highway.
Manicaland Acting Director of Local Government Services, Mr. John Misi, confirmed the grim details of the accident. According to Mr. Misi, four individuals succumbed to their injuries at the scene, while another lost their life en route to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital. The sixth victim tragically passed away upon admission to the hospital.
The severity of the collision also left seven individuals injured, and they were swiftly transported to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital for medical attention. The injured victims are currently receiving treatment, their conditions being closely monitored by medical professionals.
The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting authorities to investigate the circumstances leading to the haulage truck’s brake failure. The highway, a crucial transport artery, has witnessed its fair share of accidents, bringing attention to the need for enhanced safety measures and regular vehicle maintenance.
As the community mourns the lives lost in this heartrending accident, there is a collective call for increased vigilance on the roads and a renewed commitment to road safety to prevent further tragedies
