25 Injured in Bindura University Bus Accident
By Tabeth John
A Bindura University bus accident left 25 people injured yesterday morning along the Harare–Mukumbura Road, north of Bindura, towards Mt Darwin.
The tragedy occurred near the 88-kilometre peg when the bus driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, which veered off the road to the left and landed on its side. All 24 passengers on board, including the driver, sustained varying degrees of injuries.
The injured were rushed to Bindura Hospital for medical attention. The bus sustained extensive damage, with its front offside deformed and windshields shattered.
Police from ZRP Bindura Traffic attended the scene, and the driver, Matron Arufera (45) of Chiwaridzo, Bindura, has been charged with negligent driving in violation of Section 52(2) of the Road Traffic Act [Chapter 13:11].
ZRP Mashonaland Central Acting Spokesperson, Assistant Inspector Lucy Chigwenhese, urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits at all times to prevent road accidents.
