Floods drown a man in the chief's vehicle

Floodwaters claim one life when a chief's vehicle gets swept off a submerged river crossing.

Chikombedzi Crossing tragedy

• The incident struck around 4 PM on Monday at the Mwenezi River.
• Toyota D4D, carrying the Chief Mpapa group, got carried away.
• Strong currents submerged the vehicle after heavy rains.
• Makusha from Pfumari Village drowned while others escaped.

Attempt details

• Chief Mpapa's son drove toward Masukwe despite the visible water.
• The bridge sat fully covered when the crossing was tried.
• The elderly passenger could not get out in time.
• Chief Mpapa took office on 20 August 2023.