Boy (13) killed, body dumped at hospital

Crime Reporter

Police are searching for the crew of a commuter omnibus involved in a tragic incident where a 13-year-old boy was hit and killed before his body was discarded at Chitungwiza Hospital.

The accident occurred along New Chitungwiza Road on Sunday afternoon.

According to national police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi, the victim, a Grade 7 learner, was struck by a Nissan Caravan (registration number AGZ 0118) around 1:52 PM on December 15, 2024.

“The ZRP reiterates that motorists must stop, render first aid, and report road traffic accidents to the police. ZRP Mbare is investigating a hit-and-run fatal accident in which a Grade 7 learner, aged 13, died after being hit by an unknown motorist driving a Nissan Caravan kombi.”

After the incident, it is alleged that the driver dumped the boy’s body and the vehicle at Chitungwiza Hospital before fleeing the scene.

Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to report to the nearest police station.

In a related matter, police have confirmed another fatal accident that occurred on Monday at approximately 1:50 PM at the 156-kilometer peg along the Harare-Nyamapanda Road.

Two individuals lost their lives, and four others were injured when a Toyota Hilux, carrying one passenger, collided with a Honda Fit, which had five passengers on board.

Following the crash, the Toyota Hilux overturned onto its side, while the Honda Fit managed to land on its wheels. Investigations into both incidents are ongoing.