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Pedestrian sustains injuries following accident

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 | 50 Views |

A pedestrian aged 26 sustained a fractured right hand after she was hit by a car whilst walking by the roadside in Bobididi ward, Mogoditshane on Saturday morning.

Mogoditshane Police Station commander, Superintendent Mbiganyi Letsholathebe said the accident occurred around 6:30am.

He added that following the accident, the Zimbabwean victim who is also an illegal immigrant, was taken to Princess Marina Hospital where she is currently receiving medical assistance.

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Pedestrian sustains injuries following accident

A pedestrian aged 26 sustained a fractured right hand after she was hit by a car whilst walking by the roadside in Bobididi ward, Mogoditshane on Saturday morning.