LUSAKA, Zambia — Tragic Collision Claims Lives in Namibia
In a devastating incident, eleven members of the Namibia Correctional Service, a police officer, and two civilians lost their lives in a head-on collision in the country’s south-central region, as confirmed by officials.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah revealed that the crash took place on the B1 highway near Mariental, approximately 167 miles (270 kilometers) from the capital city of Windhoek.
“My heart goes out to the families who have lost their loved ones and to the men and women of the Namibia Correctional Service and the Namibian Police Force who are mourning their colleagues. No words can truly capture the depth of this loss,” expressed Nandi-Ndaitwah in a heartfelt statement.
The tragic accident involved a police van carrying six passengers – five officers and a civilian – and a correctional service van with 13 individuals on board, as per authorities.
Reports indicate that three survivors are currently in critical condition and receiving treatment in the hospital. – Agencies
