On Friday, 25 August, the Randfontein Police confirmed that they are investigating a case of culpable homicide after a grandfather and his grandson were killed in an accident on Lazaar Avenue in Wheatlands recently.
On Saturday, 19 August, grandfather Alan Kolesky and his grandson, who were travelling together in a bakkie, died following a head-on collision with another vehicle. It is believed they were on their way to the local pigeon club at about 7pm when the accident happened.
Captain Appel Ernst, Randfontein Police spokesperson, confirmed that the cause of the crash will be determined during an investigation and a case of culpable homicide has been opened.
Read the initial article here: Grandfather, grandson die in car crash
Russel Meiring, ER24 spokesperson, confirmed to the Herald on Tuesday that Kolesky passed away before paramedics arrived on scene. He added that the child was thrown from the bakkie, sustaining serious injuries, and was taken to Lenmed Hospital by ambulance. There it was decided he should be airlifted to another hospital for treatment, but sadly, he passed away before that could be arranged.
“The driver of the other vehicle was fortunate enough to only sustain minor injuries,” Meiring said.
After the tragic news was made public, social media overflowed with comments and condolences to the family.
Kolesky’s funeral took place at the NG Church Randfontein North at on Thursday, 24 August where family, friends, and community members said their last goodbyes.
The investigating officer, Sergeant Freddy Mokone, would appreciate any information regarding the incident. He can be contacted on 011 278 8100.
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