JUST IN: Up to 18 people feared dead in suspected Quantum explosives blast near Bulawayo – Police

Bongani Ndlovu, [email protected]

THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has said plus or minus 18 people are feared dead after an explosion involving a Quantum along the Bulawayo–Beitbridge highway on Thursday afternoon, with details still emerging.

In a brief statement online, police said the incident occurred between Chipangali and the Gwanda tollgate between 1PM and 2PM.

“Breaking news: The ZRP reports the death of +/- 18 people when a kombi exploded into fire between Chipangali and Gwanda tollgate along Bulawayo–Beitbridge Road between 1300 hours and 1400 hours today. More details to be released in due course,” said the police.

*This is a developing story . . .*