A pedestrian believed to have been under the influence of alcohol was killed on Sunday night after being struck by a bus on the Harare–Mutare highway, in a crash that left 18 passengers injured.
The accident occurred at around 11 pm near the Reeb Business Centre. The man, whose name has not yet been released pending notification of his family, was reportedly walking in the middle of the highway when he was hit by a Mutare-bound General Bande bus, which witnesses allege was travelling at speed.
The impact caused the bus to veer off the road and roll several times before landing on its side. The vehicle, which was carrying 65 passengers, sustained minor damage.
Rusape General Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr Stewart Karembo confirmed that one person died at the scene.
Four passengers sustained serious injuries and were transferred to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital for further treatment, while 14 others remain admitted at Rusape General Hospital. He said:
“From the accident you are referring to, one person died on the spot. Four were in critical condition, and we transferred them to Victoria Chitepo Provincial Hospital, and 14 other victims are admitted at Rusape General Hospital. The rest of the passengers were assessed and released.”
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