Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have launched nationwide operations to apprehend drivers involved in three separate fatal hit-and-run accidents that claimed lives along major highways this past weekend.
“The ZRP emphasizes the legal and moral obligation for motorists to stop, assist victims, and report collisions immediately,” stated Nyathi in an official release.
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Police Launch Investigation Into Three Hit-And-Run Accidents
First Fatality: An octogenarian pedestrian (81) died instantly when struck by an unknown vehicle at kilometer 102 along the Harare-Mutare Highway near Marondera on Friday evening. Witnesses reported the driver accelerated away without stopping.
Second Collision: Saturday morning saw a 30-year-old male pedestrian killed at kilometer 384 on the Harare-Bulawayo route near Mbembesi. Despite clear visibility conditions, the responsible driver failed to stop.
Third Incident: Later that same day, another fatal collision occurred at kilometer 254 on the Harare-Mutare Road near Penhalonga turnoff. The unidentified motorist involved abandoned the deceased victim at the scene.
Police Issue Urgent Public Appeal
Authorities are combing through CCTV footage from nearby businesses and appealing to witnesses who might have captured dashcam recordings. They are set on solving the deadly crimes that happened over the weekend.
“These reckless actions demonstrate complete disregard for human life,” Commissioner Nyathi emphasized. “We urge anyone with information to contact their nearest police station immediately.”
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Traffic safety experts remind drivers that hit-and-run offences carry severe penalties under Zimbabwean law, including lengthy license suspensions and potential imprisonment. Following these tragic events, the ZRP has deployed additional highway patrol units.
