Crash claims three lives at Katima
Three people were killed in a head-on collision between a sedan and a truck on the Wenela road in Katima Mulilo, Namibia. The accident occurred when the sedan driver attempted to overtake another vehicle, striking two pedestrians before colliding with an oncoming truck.
Why it matters
This report documents a significant local traffic fatality, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns in the region.
Three people died in a head-on collision between a sedan and a truck on the Wenela road at Katima Mulilo on Sunday.
They have been identified as Jonas Chansi (22), Ngabi Manda (27) and Pumulo Simataa (21).
Their next of kin have been informed of their deaths.
Acting regional police commander deputy commissioner Magdalena Garises confirmed the accident on Monday.
She said the deceased were in the sedan, which was driving towards the border when the driver attempted to overtake another vehicle and hit two pedestrians in the process.
“Immediately, after hitting the two pedestrians, he collided with an oncoming truck travelling in the opposite direction.
The collision resulted in the death of the driver and two occupants of the sedan.
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