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Pedestrain killed after being struck by multiple vehicles in Tyger Valley

The pedestrian was declared dead on the scene

A pedestrian sustained fatal injuries after being struck by multiple vehicles on Graham Road in Tyger Valley on Saturday night November 8.

Volunteer Emergency Medical Response Unit(VEMRU) responded to a pedestrian accident just after 19:30.

VEMRU spokesperson, Casper Visser on arrival the team found 1 patient showing no signs of life with visible injuries to their head and chest, and the patient was declared deceased on arrival.

“One vehicle involved stopped on scene and informed emergency services while the second vehicle fled the scene,” Visser explained.

He added that the scene was secured and handed over to SAPS for investigation.

Visser expressed his gratitude to Lakes Security Forum NPC, Echo 1 security, TMPD, and SAPS for assisting with the scene.

Volunteer Emergency Medical Response Unit (VEMRU) is a registered NPC and PBO that responds to medical and trauma emergencies for Free.

VEMRU is solely reliant on sponsors and donations for operational costs.

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Itumeleng Mokoena

Itumeleng Mokoena is a skilled journalist with experience in investigative reporting, interviewing, photography, and writing accurate news. Based at Pretoria Rekord East, he covers various beats and is dedicated to informing and educating the community. With a diploma from Tshwane University of Technology and previous experience at Lowveld Media, he is a passionate and hardworking journalist.
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