Sidumisile Mabena
Police have arrested a 21-year-old man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run road traffic accident that claimed the life of a pedestrian along the Cross Dete–Binga Road.
In a statement posted on its official social media platforms, the Zimbabwe Republic Police confirmed the arrest of Mike Ndlovu following the incident which occurred on May 24 at around 5AM near the 3km peg along the Cross Dete–Binga Road.
The police said Ndlovu was allegedly driving a blue Nissan X-Trail when he struck a 28-year-old man who was walking along the road.
“The victim died on the spot,” said the police.
According to the police, the suspect allegedly failed to stop after the accident and instead sped off from the scene, leaving the victim lying on the road.
The ZRP said investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident are continuing.
Police have repeatedly urged motorists to exercise caution on the country’s roads and to stop and render assistance whenever they are involved in road traffic accidents.
Online Reporter