A 25-year-old man of Mpulungu District has died in a road traffic accident.
The deceased, identified as Ronald Bwalya of Kasimango Village in Chief Tafuna’s Chiefdom, died after he was hit by a vehicle while walking along the Mbala–Mpulungu Road.
Northern Province Deputy Commanding Officer Charles Mbita confirmed the accident to ZANIS in Kasama today.
He explained that involved was a Toyota Corolla, registration number BCD 9689, driven by Francis Bwalya, aged 39, of Location Compound.
Dr Mbita explained that the accident occurred after the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle and hit the pedestrian.
“The accident happened on Tuesday around 17:30 hours at Kasimango Village in Chief Tafuna’s Chiefdom, along the Mbala–Mpulungu Road,” he said.
The police reports shows that the driver was reportedly speeding at the time of the accident.
The Police Chief stated that the deceased sustained severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Dr Mbita added that the driver became unconscious after the crash.
Meanwhile, a passenger in the vehicle, identified as Chilufya Mumba, 29, sustained injuries and complained of general body pains.
He was later admitted to Mpulungu District Hospital for further treatment.
Dr Mbita expressed condolences to the bereaved family and cautioned motorists against excessive speed.
“This is a heartbreaking incident, and we extend our deepest sympathies to the family of the deceased. We urge all road users to exercise caution, particularly in areas where pedestrians are present,” he said.
The damaged vehicle remains at the scene, while the body of the deceased has been deposited in Mpulungu District Hospital Mortuary awaiting post-mortem.
Police have since launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
