Reference is made to the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s press statement released on 07th June 2024 in connection with the fatal road traffic accident which occurred at the 32 kilometre peg along Harare-Mutare Road near Mutangadura on 06th June 2024 at around 1250 hours in which four people were killed while 14 others were injured.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police reports that one of the 14 injured victims succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals bringing the death toll to five.
Two of the five victims were identified by their next of kin as:
- Jerina Nhapi(38), a female adult of Buhera.
- Beatrice Chihabvu(38), a female adult of Rusape Hospital.
The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms that all the victims who died in the road traffic accident have all been identified.
Meanwhile, the Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms that the Freightliner truck driver, Pardon Tichaona Sungai (31) surrendered himself to the Police on 07th June 2024 for the due process of the law to take its course.
Drivers are implored to be responsible on the roads, prioritise the safety of travellers and promote road safety all the time.
[NYATHI. P] Commissioner
Chief Staff Officer (Press and Public Relations)
to the Commissioner-General of Police
Police General Headquarters