A 12-year-old driver who was illegally driving a car ran over and kills a 14-year-old pedestrian boy in Brakpan.
The incident has raised concerns as the young driver was not supposed to be behind the wheel to begin with.
12-Year-Old Driver Runs Over And Kills 14-Year-Old Boy
Emergency services responded to the scene at the intersection of Northdene and Madeley streets around 1:45 PM after receiving reports of the accident. According to preliminary investigations by the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD), the young driver allegedly failed to stop at a traffic sign before the collision occurred.
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The victim was crossing the road at the stop sign when he was run over.
Paramedics pronounced the teenage pedestrian deceased upon arrival. Investigators discovered the involved vehicle, a Mazda, still at the location with the preteen driver present. Authorities immediately took the young motorist into custody along with their legal guardian.
Legal Proceedings Begin
The EMPD confirmed the 12-year-old suspect has been processed at Brakpan Police Station and will face charges in the local magistrate’s court. This tragic event has raised serious questions about child vehicle operation and road safety measures in residential areas.
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Community in Mourning
Local residents have expressed shock at the incident, with many calling for increased traffic enforcement near school zones and residential streets. Counseling services have been made available to witnesses and affected community members as the investigation continues.
Authorities urge anyone with additional information about the incident to contact the Brakpan SAPS or EMPD accident investigation unit.