Online Reporter
Zvikomborero Parafini
Zimpapers Reporter
A HARARE kombi driver caught shooting through a red light at Borrowdale Village has been jailed for an effective 24 months after his reckless driving was filmed by an alert motorist and reported to the police.
Harmony Duri (25) appeared before Harare magistrate Tapiwa Kuhudzai and was convicted after a full trial on charges of reckless driving. He ignored a red traffic light while transporting passengers.
The court heard that on February 20 at around 9.30am, Duri was driving a Toyota Hiace along Borrowdale Road heading south when he approached traffic lights near Borrowdale Village and Pomona Shops. Instead of stopping, he drove straight through the red light, putting other road users at risk.
His actions did not go unnoticed. Luisa Patricia Townsend, who was behind him, captured the incident and made a police report, leading to his arrest.
The State, represented by Charlotte Chikoore, proved that Duri failed to obey a lawfully erected traffic sign and drove without observing road rules and regulations.
The court ruled that his conduct was unlawful and posed a danger to the public. He was subsequently sentenced to 30 months in prison. Six months were suspended on condition that he does not commit a similar offence in the next three years, leaving 24 months effective.
