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Uitenhage detectives searching for next of kin
2022/09/12

 

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Eastern Cape

KARIEGA – Uitenhage detectives are investigating a case of culpable homicide following a fatal collision between an unknown pedestrian and a truck on the R75, outside Kariega. It is alleged that the pedestrian was standing in the road (R75, about 20km outside Kariega) when he was hit by a truck at about 05:15 on Tuesday, 06 September 2022. The driver of the truck stopped at the accident scene and notified SAPS. The unknown male (in his fifties) was clad in a pair of black jeans, black shoes, blue cap and a black jacket.

Police are appealing to anyone who might be missing a relative, who can assist with the identification of the deceased or tracing his next-of-kin, are requested to contact the investigating officer Detective Warrant Officer Deon Roos on 079 896 8148, SAPS Crime Stop 08600 10111 or their nearest police station. All information is confidential and callers may remain anonymous.

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