The Dunnottar SAPS are investigating a case of reckless and negligent driving following an incident that injured 24 members of the Gauteng Traffic Warden Training Programme on Friday.
The incident occurred during a drill session at the Dunnottar Military Base when a vehicle driven by a 36-year-old woman collided with them.
SANDF spokesperson Siphiwe Dlamini said the injured trainees were swiftly transported to several hospitals near the military base.
“Fourteen members with minor injuries have been discharged, while nine remain hospitalised for further medical care,” Dlamini said.
Minister of Defence and Military Veterans Angie Motshekga and the premier of Gauteng Panyaza Lesufi visited the accident site.
“They received detailed briefings from the authorities and medical staff who assisted the injured members. They also met with the affected trainees at the military base,” Dlamini added.
Social workers, psychologists, and chaplains were dispatched to support the families of the injured and hospitalised members.
“Ongoing support and interaction with those affected and their families will continue.”
Gauteng police spokesperson Colonel Noxolo Khweza said they released the woman after consultation with the senior public prosecutor and for further investigations.
The case will proceed to a decision at the Nigel Magistrate’s Court.
