Still no justice for cyclist killed on M4
The PPA said it will continue putting pressure on local authorities and national government to make South African roads a safer place for all cyclists.
THE Pedal Power Association (PPA) has voiced its frustration, anger and disappointment that the driver allegedly involved in the death of Craig Diedericks, who was killed on the M4 earlier this year, has not been brought to justice.
The 52-year-old was killed after a minibus taxi crashed into a group of cyclists Diedericks was cycling with on the M4 south bound just before the eMdloti off-ramp.
The Redhill resident later died in hospital from the severity of his injuries, while two other cyclists suffered minor injuries.
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Then in April this year, charges of culpable homicide were withdrawn against the taxi driver due to outstanding investigations which included a post mortem report.
The families of the victims and all those who have supported them – including the PPA and South Africans Against Drunk Driving (SADD) – have now been waiting seven months for the post mortem report.
“This kind of ineptitude is not surprising, as it happens every day across the country. It is incredibly frustrating for us – and even more so for the victim’s families– to see that the perpetrators of these tragedies remain free members of the public, despite their actions. When will justice be served in KZN and in other cases across the country?” questioned Robert Vogel, CEO of the PPA.
“The PPA remains committed to fighting for justice for cyclists across South Africa and we will continue putting pressure on local authorities and national government to make South African roads a safer place for all cyclists.”
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