Truck driver drowns after vehicle plunges into river

Midlands Police spokesperson Mr Emmanuel Mahoko has confirmed that a 52-year-old man died when a truck he was driving fell into a river and submerged.

In a press statement, Mr Mahoko said the incident occurred along the Masvingo–Mbalabala Road at Ngezi River Bridge, Zvishavane, on April 10, 2026, at around 4pm.

It is alleged that Silas Nyengetera (52), of Tarusenga Village under Chief Mazungunye in Bikita, was driving a heavy Shacman truck which was towing two trailers.

“He had no passengers with him. On approaching the 113km peg at Ngezi River Bridge, the truck veered off the road and fell into the river. The truck got submerged in the water. The driver was trapped inside the vehicle,” said Mr Mahoko.

Zimbabwe Republic Police officers from Zvishavane and the Sub Aqua Unit attended the scene, and the body was retrieved on April 11, 2026, at around 2.30pm.

Mr Mahoko urged the motoring public to exercise caution when crossing rivers.

“We once again reiterate our message to motorists that they exercise maximum caution when driving,” said Mr Mahoko.