Pedestrian hit by truck near Hatsalatladi dies
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 160 Views |
Hatsalatladi. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Confirming the incident, Southern Divisional Traffic Officer, Assistant Commissioner Boiki Mojalemotho said the fatal accident occurred around 5:45 pm, about four kilometres from Hatsalatladi village.
“The 35-year-old truck driver reported that whilst driving, the steering wheel suddenly failed to respond, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and hit the pedestrian who was walking by the roadside,” Mojalemotho said.
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