A man killed in a ‘hit and run’ accident


By OBAKENG MAJE

A man was killed in a ‘hit and run’ accident in Mankowane village near Taung. According to information, Aobakwe Modise was walking along Manokwane Bridge when he was hit by a white minibus taxi on Tuesday afternoon.     

North West police spokesperson, Capt Aafje Botma said the driver allegedly fled the scene afterward. Botma said a hit and run case has been opened at Taung Police Station and investigations are underway.   

“A case was opened for failing to stop after an accident. I can confirm that the incident happened yesterday at Manokwane road, and allegedly the driver hit a man and never stopped.

“Nobody has been arrested yet. The victim was taken by the EMS to Taung Hospital with serious injuries to his head and right thigh. His age is unknown at this stage,” she said.

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