Man carrying baby dies whilst crossing Taung road

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 220 Views |

A 41-year-old man died after he was hit by a car whilst attempting to cross the road with his two-year-old child at Taung on Saturday night. Police said they received a report of the accident at around 9:15pm.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the accident occurred when the vehicle attempted to overtake another car and struck the man and toddler.

Ramotswa Police Station commander, Superintendent James Moikothai, said the 39-year-old driver fled the scene immediately after the accident.

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Man carrying baby dies whilst crossing Taung road

A 41-year-old man died after he was hit by a car whilst attempting to cross the road with his two-year-old child at Taung on Saturday night. Police said they received a report of the accident at around 9:15pm.

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