The driver of the vehicle linked to a possible hit ‘n run accident that killed a prominent teacher, Mrs Kalay Chetty, has been arrested by police.

The educator was killed in an alleged hit ‘n run accident yesterday (Monday) in Willow Drive while she was taking an afternoon walk. Sharaj Ambulance Services, together with Public Safety and police, were on scene shortly after the incident.

Mrs Chetty’s death has sent shock waves through Ladysmith, as community members and pupils now have to come to terms with her death.

Mrs Chetty was HOD of Afrikaans at Ladysmith Secondary School (Lasec) and was also a prominent community leader. She was actively involved in many charities and organisations.

Although her name was known to the Ladysmith Gazette before this time, it was decided to give the children attending the school a chance to work through the traumatic nature of her death before officially naming her.

The driver of the vehicle that hit her is expected to appear in court today (Tuesday). Police are investigating a case of drunk driving, reckless and negligent driving, and culpable homicide.

This story will be updated…