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Negligent driving leads to death of 12-year-old boy in Polokwane
Three people were seriously injured and one killed in a collision on the corner of Vermilulilet and River Street this morning.
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POLOKWANE – A collision on the corner of Vermikuliet and River Street earlier this morning claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy.
The officer on scene alleged that the driver of a luxury SUV entered Vermikuliet Street unsafely and collided with another sedan, according to an accident report.
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The spokesperson for the Department of Transport and Community Safety Tidimalo Chuene said three other people were seriously injured.
“The possible cause of the collision has been cited as reckless/negligent driving,” she said.
The Polokwane Observer is currently awaiting confirmation from Chuene as to whether the driver responsible for the collision will be arrested or not.
This is a developing story.
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