By OBAKENG MAJE
The Greater Taung Local Municipality (GTLM) truck driver survived an accident at Taung Dam. This comes after the municipal employee plunged the municipality truck into a ditch after brake failure.
According to information, the accident took place on 26 December 2022, while the driver was on duty.
The Greater Taung Local Municipality (GTLM) spokesperson, Ricky Oliphant said: “The municipality is aware of the accident. The municipal employee was driving the vehicle, which unfortunately developed mechanical problems (brake failure) and lost control.
“The employee was on official duty, which is part of the municipality’s practice of putting employees on overtime during recess in order to ensure that essential services are provided.”
Oliphant further said, the driver did not suffer any injuries. He added, the case has been opened with the police and the insurance was also notified.
“The damages to the truck have not been determined as the insurance will advise on that,” said Oliphant.
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