Man in court after Rustenburg traffic officer killed near R510
A driver has appeared in a North West court following a fatal crash that claimed the life of a provincial inspector.
A motorist has appeared in the Rustenburg Magistrate’s Court facing a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol after a collision that claimed the life of a North West traffic officer.
Provincial inspector Rendani Maluta (41), based at the Rustenburg Provincial Traffic Station, was on duty alongside colleagues last Tuesday (November 3) when the incident occurred near the R510.
Hlalefo Nefefe appeared in court on Thursday (November 5).
Court appearance
North West NPA spokesperson Lindiwe Mabasa said Nefefe allegedly struck Maluta while driving on a public road, leading to Maluta’s death.
“The accused is currently only facing a charge of driving under the influence of alcohol pending further investigations.”
Mabasa said the NPA remains committed to prosecuting matters involving negligent behaviour linked to alcohol and will ensure that the law takes its course.
The NPA did not confirm the date of Nefefe’s next court appearance.
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