Court grants bail to soccer player facing culpable homicide in Thembisa
Mogaila released on bail following a fatal crash at Andrew Maphetho Drive.
On October 30, Sekhukhune United FC player Shaun Mogaila was arrested after he was involved in a fatal car crash on Andrew Mapheto Road.
The crash led to the death of a nine-year-old Gomolemo Mavimbela and left her mother and another child aged 13 with critical injuries.
The collision occurred when Gomolemo’s mother was transporting the two children to school and Mogaila’s vehicle struck them head-on, resulting in the younger child’s death.
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Gomolemo was pronounced dead at the scene, while the 13-year-old was taken to Thembisa Tertiary Hospital with critical injuries.
According to Thabiso Makgatho, media liaison officer for the EMPD officers discovered several items at the scene linked to the incident.
“When EMPD arrived at the scene, we discovered four bottles of alcohol, along with a powder suspected to be cocaine and ‘weed edibles’ in the vehicle,” Makgatho confirmed.
Authorities reported that the driver, initially unidentified, allegedly fled the scene immediately following the crash.
A case was opened against the driver for culpable homicide, reckless and negligent driving and fleeing the scene.
Shaun Mogaila, identified as the driver, later turned himself in at Rabie Ridge Police Station on the same day.
He appeared in the Thembisa Magistrate’s Court on November 1, where he was granted bail of R20 000.
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Mogaila now faces multiple charges, including culpable homicide, and reckless and negligent driving.
His next court appearance is set for February 4, to allow further investigation, including the review of video footage circulating on social media and the assessment of medical reports.
Following news of Mogaila’s arrest Sekhukhune United FC released a statement addressing the incident.
“Sekhukhune United FC regrettably learned of the unfortunate incident involving one of our players, Shaun Mogaila.
“We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the minor who lost their life and our thoughts are with those injured. We wish them a speedy recovery.
“The club is unable to comment further as the matter is before the court.”
