Emergency medical services were summoned to a tragic scene at the border Post, on arrival, a truck driver was certified dead.
On Monday evening, 27 November 2023, A South African truck driver was deployed in Zimbabwe to make a delivery and while waiting at Chirundu Border Post, he allegedly fell from his truck and landed on the ground with his head.
Emergency medical services were called for assistance by other truck drivers, on arrival, the driver was certified dead at the scene. The tragic news were relayed to his family.
Circumstances surrounding him following from the truck are unknown, however, it is believed that he might have slipped.
Truck drivers are urged to be very careful when exiting from a truck, they should ensure that they are not under the influence of alcohol and do not feel fatigued.
Condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the deceased.