DCSSL traffic officer killed by a truck along N4 toll road
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragedy is already underway.
The Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security, and Liaison (DCSSL) is still in shock after a horrific accident wherein one of its own was killed last night.
Mr Gijimane July Nkabinde (57) was killed after he was allegedly hit by a truck along the N4 toll road on Monday, January 9 at around 19:30.
“This happened while Nkabinde was on duty at Middelburg weighbridge. It is alleged that at the time the accident occurred, he was directing the truck to the weighbridge situated along the road,” said Mr Moeti Mmusi, the Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety Security and Liaison said.
“Truck drivers must at all times cooperate with law enforcement officers because the directives of these officials supersede all other signs on the road. We have noticed that some truck drivers are at times not working with our officials. There is a problem with the attitude of some truck drivers, who constantly disregard the rules. The attitude of some of these drivers must change, and trucking companies must instill in their employees the culture of considerate and courteous driving,” said Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Mr Vusi Shongwe.
He has sent his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends, and colleagues of Nkabinde.
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