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2 killed after truck loses control in Bulawayo
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Tragedy struck today at the bustling intersection of Robert Mugabe and 1st Avenue, as two touts lost their lives in a devastating accident involving a Pepsi truck. According to witnesses, the incident occurred when the truck driver hit a road depression, causing him to lose control. The truck's cab flipped over, resulting in the fatal incident.
Emergency services were quick to respond, with the fire brigade arriving at the scene to extricate one of the victims who had been trapped in the wreckage. Despite their efforts, both victims were pronounced dead on the spot.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene, recounting a loud crash as the truck veered off course, leaving bystanders and other drivers in shock. Authorities have begun investigating the accident to determine the exact cause and understand how the driver lost control of the vehicle.
The identities of the deceased have not yet been made public, as authorities are working to notify their families. This tragic incident underscores growing concerns about road safety, particularly at high-traffic intersections where infrastructure issues like road depressions pose a risk to drivers and pedestrians alike.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
Emergency services were quick to respond, with the fire brigade arriving at the scene to extricate one of the victims who had been trapped in the wreckage. Despite their efforts, both victims were pronounced dead on the spot.
The identities of the deceased have not yet been made public, as authorities are working to notify their families. This tragic incident underscores growing concerns about road safety, particularly at high-traffic intersections where infrastructure issues like road depressions pose a risk to drivers and pedestrians alike.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
Source - The Chronicle
