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Pamela Shumba, Senior Reporter
A TOTAL of 13 people – the same number as last year – died on the country’s roads during the Heroes’ and Defence Forces’ Day holidays this year.
National police spokesperson, Senior Assistant Commissioner Charity Charamba yesterday said 110 were injured in 119 accidents that occurred in different parts of the country.
“We have recorded a total number of 119 road traffic accidents as compared to 101 recorded at the same time last year. We also recorded a total 11 fatal accidents on the country’s roads while 13 people have died during the Heroes’ and Defence Forces’ Day holidays 2017.
“The number of people injured in the traffic accidents is 110 as compared to 84 last year. It’s sad that there was an increase on the number of people injured as compared to the same period last year,” said Snr Asst Comm Charamba.
She said major causes of the accidents recorded were speeding, lack of attention, misjudgment and tyre bursts.
Snr Asst Comm Charamba urged motorists to exercise extreme caution on the roads and adhere to traffic rules and regulations.
“We’re urging motorists to be observant, cautious and travel at safe speed. They should also avoid overtaking in dangerous situations and safeguard lives.
“Let’s all drive to arrive alive and contribute towards safety on the roads. Drivers should not be reckless and where possible avoid travelling at night,” she added.
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