A man was killed in a suspected hit-and-run in Centurion on Saturday evening.

Kyle Reenen of Emer-G-Med said medics attended the scene around 19:20 on the corner Ruimte Road and Willem Botha Drive in Wierdapark.

“On arrival, we found that a 25-year-old male patient had died on the scene. It is presumed to be a hit-and-run incident.”

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He said police were on the scene and investigating further.

Wierdabrug police could not be reached for comment.

Pedestrian fatalities remain a major concern for road safety and health authorities in the country.

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Arrive Alive has issued safety advice for pedestrians and includes the following:

– Always obeying road signs and traffic lights (robots).

– Encouraging the wearing of lightly coloured and high visibility, reflective clothing.

– Warning about the dangers of distracted walking in traffic.

– Not walking on the road but on the pavement. If there is no pavement, walk as near to the edge as possible, facing the oncoming traffic.

– Avoiding roads at all times when intoxicated.

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– When crossing the road and there is a pedestrian bridge, use it, even if it means walking further.

– Never cross the road without looking both ways, and check that there is no traffic before crossing the road.

– Never assume that you have been seen – many disturbances might attract the attention of the motorist, including a low sun in the early morning or late afternoon.

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– Be wary. Most drivers are nice people but don’t count on them paying attention.

– Watch out – make eye contact to be sure they see you!

– Do not walk and stop halfway across the road – remain beside the road until both lanes are clear for you to cross safely.

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