EDWIN MOYO
ZVISHAVANE-Two men died on the spot when a Toyota Wish and a Honda Fit were involved in a head on collision along Zvishavane Gweru Road at 116km peg.
The sad incident occurred on the early hours of 18 June 2023 at 116km peg along Gweru-Zvishavane road.
Midlands Provincial Police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko cautioned motorist to always travel at regulated speed.
“We urge the motorists to observe the rules of the road always and to travel at safe speeds in line with the prevailing road condition and circumstances,” said Mahoko.
On the fateful day, Peter Zvimire of Beitbridge was driving a Toyota Wish towards Gweru with four passengers on board.
Upon reaching the 116km peg, he is alleged to have lost control of the vehicle and encroached into the right lane resulting in a head on collision with a Honda Fit.
The Honda Fit had four passengers on board and was being driven by Edson Verengai of Siboza, Zvishavane.
As a result of the impact, Edson’s vehicle veered off the road to the left, overturned once and landed on its roof. Edison and a front seat passenger died on the spot and the other three passengers escaped with varying injuries.
Peter Zvimire’s vehicle veered off the road to the left, overturned once and landed on its wheels about 42 metres from the point of impact.
The driver and two other passengers sustained injuries while two others escaped unhurt.
The injured were taken to Shurugwi District Hospital where they are admitted.
