18 People Escape Death as Commuter Omnibus Overturns in Hatfield
Several people were injured on Friday morning when a commuter omnibus carrying passengers from Chitungwiza to Harare overturned in Hatfield after the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle.
The accident occurred at the intersection of Jefferson and Arlington Roads, leaving passengers shaken and causing a temporary disruption to traffic in the area.
Driver Tries to Avoid Collision
Witnesses and passengers said the commuter omnibus was travelling towards Harare’s Central Business District from Seke L in Chitungwiza when it developed mechanical problems.
According to passengers, the driver appeared to experience brake failure and attempted to avoid crashing into vehicles ahead by swerving off course.
However, the evasive action caused the vehicle to overturn and come to rest on its side.
Several Passengers Hurt
The omnibus was carrying 18 passengers at the time of the accident. Several occupants sustained minor injuries during the crash.
Emergency responders attended the scene, with some of the injured taken to hospital by ambulance for medical attention.
No Loss of Life
Despite the dramatic nature of the accident, no fatalities were recorded.
Authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, including the reported brake failure, as concerns continue to mount over the roadworthiness of some public transport vehicles operating on the country’s roads.
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