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Ipid: Investigation into fatal crash caused by allegedly drunk cop almost complete

The mother of a seven-year-old girl who was killed in a road crash, allegedly caused by a drunk police officer, said that she wanted justice for her child’s death.

It was alleged that the 38-year-old sergeant was on duty and under the influence of alcohol when he lost control of the police vehicle in Mitchells Plain in August.

Two women were also left injured.

Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) spokesperson Lizzy Suping said the investigation was nearing its final stages.

“The investigation on the case in question is almost complete and IPID will pronounce the outcome once the case is finalized.”

-EWN

In other news – Tango Ncetezo (Paulina) kisses goodbye to The River

Mzansi’s favourite shebeen queen Paulina has bowed out. The character played by Tango Ncetezo on 1Magic’s The River officially bid goodbye to the small screens on the season finale on Friday, 3 February.

Tango Ncetezo

Tango took to social media to thank the show and the fans of the show. The show will also be coming to an end after its upcoming sixth season, which kicks off on Monday 6 February. “What a ride! To the Kingdom of Refilwe, you are the epitome of talent, and thank you for holding me down each day, with grace and friendship. For teaching me and guiding me. Learn More

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