Five people were killed, three of them on the spot, while
11 others were injured when a commuter omnibus they were travelling in veered
off the road and overturned near Morgenster Mission Hospital early yesterday
morning.
The driver, Takudzwa Chipindu, disappeared from the scene
after the crash and his whereabouts were still unknown by yesterday evening.
National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Nyathi
said the accident occurred around 5am when Chipindu allegedly lost control of
the vehicle at the 31-kilometre peg along the Morgenster Hospital-Masvingo
Road.
He said the injured were rushed to Morgenster Hospital
where two more people died on admission, while the bodies of the deceased were
taken to Masvingo General Hospital mortuary. Asst Comm Nyathi said the commuter omnibus was carrying 16
passengers.
He said the vehicle, a Toyota Hiace, hit a tree, veered off
the road to the right side and overturned before landing on its right side,
killing three of the passengers instantly.
“Surprisingly, the driver ran away after the accident and
we expect him to cooperate with the police,” said Asst Comm Nyathi.
“We have launched a manhunt and the long arm of the law
will catch up with him.
“Motorists should be responsible and drive cautiously
without speeding, especially ahead of the festive season.” Herald
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