An Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department Officer (EMPD) died on Sunday morning while on duty after being hit by a speeding vehicle.
EMPD spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Kelebogile Thepa said in a statement the incident took place on the R24/N3 split at the Gillooly’s interchange.
The office, who worked in the freeway unit, was hit after trying to stop a VW Polo in the left lane. The driver fled the scene after hitting the officer.
Fellow officers at the scene pursued the driver, and ended up arresting him in Johannesburg. The driver is currently detained at Befordview police station, and faces charges of culpable homicide, fleeing the scene of an accident, and reckless and negligent driving.
The EMPD said the officer was “young, vibrant, hard-working and dedicated”.
“We hope justice will be served and send a stern warning to all those who think they are above the law. This will not bring him back, but will surely console us”, said commander, Lieutenant Colonel Malefofane.
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