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Trust Freddy

Herald Correspondent

The commuter omnibus driver, who allegedly turned right into the lane of an oncoming fuel tanker, has been charged with culpable homicide following a fatal accident that occurred along the Harare-Bulawayo road at Kuwadzana turn-off early Thursday morning.
The tragedy claimed seven lives and left scores injured. In a statement issued on Thursday evening, Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona described the driver’s action as a “reckless” and a “blatant violation” of road rules.

“The accident is yet another call to all transport operators, motorists, and members of the public to adhere to road traffic rules and exercise caution on the road,” Minister Mhona said.

“Whilst the traffic lights at the intersection were working, it is concerning to note that the driver of the commuter omnibus proceeded when he was supposed to stop.

“This was reckless and thus a blatant violation of our road traffic rules and regulations. Consequently, the driver is being charged with culpable homicide.

“I wish to remind and warn all transport operators, motorists, and members of the public that the Ministry will take stern measures to preserve the safety and security of the commuting public.”

Minister Mhona also expressed his deepest condolences to the bereaved families and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

He also reiterated the Government’s commitment to end road carnage.

“Let me also take this opportunity to assure the nation that the Second Republic is committed to formulating robust legal, policy, and administrative mechanisms to improve the country’s Road Safety.”