Comrades supporter hit by speeding car in Westville
Police are looking for anyone who may have information that can lead to the arrest of the suspect.
A CASE of reckless and negligent driving has been opened at Westville SAPS after a resident was hit by a driver who was speeding. The victim was transported to hospital and admitted to the intensive care unit.
According to reports from MobiClaw, a resident was walking to watch the Comrades Marathon (the ultimate human race) and while crossing Lancaster Road, a vehicle came at high speed and struck the victim. The driver of the vehicle then made a U-turn and sped away from the incident along Lancaster towards Westville Central.
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Westville SAPS said the suspect’s vehicle is a white double-cab bakkie.
Police have appealed to any witnesses or people who have any information regarding the incident to come forward.
Contact Westville SAPS on 031 267 7343 or Crime Stop 0860 10111. Alternatively, contact Wynand on 078 027 6607 or Mike on 082 929 8726 (from MobiClaw).
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