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Media Statement
NORTHERN CAPE – The SAPS are investigating a culpable homicide case following an accident involving a SANDF truck which overturned on the R31 road between Koopmansfontein and Delportshoop. Preliminary information indicates that the accident occurred Friday afternoon, 07 February 2025. The truck was traveling with 19 SANDF members from Lohatla Army base enroute to Kimberley. Two SANDF members, a male and female died on the scene and 17 others were injured and transported to hospital for medical treatment. The identities of the deceased not yet known as their next of kin must be informed. The SANDF truck was traveling in rainy weather conditions from Lohatla to Kimberley when the accident occurred.
The cause of the accident forms part of the police investigation.
Enquiries:
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