Zim Now Writer
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has launched a manhunt for a UD truck driver who ran away from the road traffic accident scene which occurred at the 106-kilometre peg along the Karoi-Binga Road on on June 27.
The road traffic accident occurred when a Nissan UD truck carrying 38 passengers veered off the road, overturned, and landed on its roof, resulting in the death of five people and injuries to 26 others.
ZRP spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the truck driver had acted recklessly, and assured that the police will ensure the law takes its full course against such irresponsible drivers.
He urged motorists to avoid overloading vehicles and mixing goods with passengers when travelling.
“The Police are looking for the driver and owner of the truck identified as Calvin Ngwaudzo who ran away from the accident scene.
"Some passengers were thrown out of the loading box while others were trapped under the load.
“34 passengers were seated on top of the load which comprised, five tonnes of maize, two grinding meals, assorted groceries and roofing sheets.”
The police also released the names of the victims who were identified by their next of kin. They are:
Mwarianesu Tivarasi, a male adult of Mapindu Village, Siakobvu.
Asan Zvitauro, 38, a male adult of Shambaropa Village, Siakobvu.”Patrick Maregere, 57, a male adult of Kasinamoyo Village, Siakobvu.
Wayne Donono, 22, a male adult of Kasinamoyo Village, Siakobvu.
Aaron Chikato, 32, a male adult of Mutsoo Village, Siakobvu.
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