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Driver and Conductor Flee Accident Scene as Bus Overturns, Leaving 13 Injured

In a recent accident along the Kadoma-Sanyati Road, a Nehoreka Bus bound for Sanyati overturned, injuring 13 passengers. The incident occurred at the 26-kilometre peg, with the bus landing on its left side.

The bus, which had 51 passengers on board, was left at the mercy of its passengers as the driver and conductor fled the scene of the accident. According to the Zimbabwe Republic Police, investigations are underway to apprehend those responsible for the incident.

“13 people were injured when a Nehoreka bus with 51 passengers on board overturned and landed on its left side,” the police shared via their X account. “The bus driver and the conductor fled from the scene.”

The 13 injured passengers were rushed to Kadoma General Hospital, where they were admitted for further medical treatment. The severity of their injuries remains under assessment.

Authorities are urging any witnesses to come forward as they continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash and the whereabouts of the driver and conductor.

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