The Newcastle Advertiser just received word that a case of culpable homicide has been opened, following this morning’s fatal collision.
“Police are investigating a case of culpable homicide following the death of a 57-year-old man, and an 8-year-old boy on the Madadeni Road next to KwaMathukuza,” said SAPS spokesperson, Captain Shooz Magudulela.
According to police, the light motor vehicle collided head-on with the bus.
Captain Magudulela said the vehicle went underneath the bus as the driver swerved on impact, before coming to a standstill in the valley.
Investigations have since been launched.
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