Beitbridge – Barely a week after a devastating bus-truck collision claimed 24 lives, another horrific crash has rocked the Beitbridge-Harare highway.
A South African-registered truck hauling a bottom dumper collided with a Honda Fit this Wednesday afternoon, leaving multiple people dead.
Shocking images from the scene show a man lying helplessly on the tarmac, while the mangled wreckage of the Honda Fit tells the story of the brutal impact.
Authorities have yet to confirm the exact number of fatalities, but eyewitnesses report a grim scene with multiple casualties. The cause of the crash remains unknown at this stage.
This latest tragedy has raised fresh concerns over road safety on the busy highway, which has witnessed a series of deadly accidents in recent weeks.
The stretch has become notorious for high-speed crashes involving trucks and buses, often with catastrophic consequences.
Emergency services and law enforcement officials are on-site, attending to the victims and investigating the cause of the accident. Motorists are urged to exercise caution when travelling along this high-risk route.
More details to follow as authorities release official information.
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