Another pedestrian hit on the highway
It is alleged that the body of the deceased was in such a bad state that they could not determine the gender of the victim.
The gruesome scene on the N12 highway would leave anyone with shivers as a hit-and-run occurred, leaving the deceased mutilated.
According to a source the accident occurred between Sunday evening, March 21 or the early hours of Monday morning, March 22.
It is alleged that the body of the deceased was in such a bad state that they could not determine the gender of the victim.
“This scene did not look like as if one vehicle were involved, but numerous vehicles using that road,” a bystander said.
It is believed that the pedestrian was struck by a vehicle leaving the victim on the road and other vehicles passed over the body, leaving it mutilated.
The identity of the deceased was not known to WITBANK NEWS at this stage.
“This is a big issue on our highways as we keep on warning pedestrians not to walk on main roads. Not during the day or night as it is very dangerous,” Sgt David Ratau, spokesperson of Witbank Police concluded.
ADD ON
Preventing pedestrian accidents
Many road fatalities are caused by accidents wherein pedestrians are involved. Many of these fatalities may be prevented through the application of some basic principles. The following safety hints should be applied:
Be aware that many informal settlements are situated alongside main roads and that there are no formal points of crossing or pedestrian bridges.
Do not speed near these settlements, but be prepared to slow down.
Do not assume that you have been seen.
Be on the lookout for small children.
Avoid passing vehicles in the vicinity of these settlements and especially in hazardous driving conditions such as heavy rain or night driving.
If visibility is bad, slow down ‒ avoid driving when your vision is impaired either by strong rain or the blinding headlights of approaching vehicles.
Be on the lookout for pedestrians walking at the side of the road with their backs towards you.
Be aware of intoxicated pedestrians – especially over weekends and near informal settlements.
Be careful near places where busses or taxis appear to stand next to the road – passengers might suddenly decide to cross the road!
Always be ready for the unexpected!
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