The 22-year-old driver of a scholar transport minibus taxi involved in a fatal collision with a truck is appearing before the Vanderbijlpark Magistrate’s Court on Thursday on 14 counts of culpable homicide, as well as charges of reckless and negligent driving.
The charges follow a devastating crash that occurred on Monday, in which 12 learners died at the scene.
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Two additional learners who were critically injured in the collision later died in hospital on Thursday morning, bringing the total death toll to 14.
Safety of scholar transport services
The incident has sparked renewed outrage over the safety of scholar transport services, with calls for stricter oversight and enforcement of roadworthiness and driver compliance.
The case is expected to continue as investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash remain ongoing.
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