Drunk driver kills one
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A 27-year-old unlicenced driver was arrested in Mariental on Sunday morning on charges of culpable homicide, drunk driving and driving without a licence.
According to the police, the suspect allegedly drove a double cab Isuzu bakkie while under the influence of alcohol, resulting in a fatal accident.
The accident took place at around 03:00 when the suspect lost control of the vehicle, causing it to overturn.
"There was only one car involved," detective commissioner Eric Clay said.
The crash claimed the life of one of the passengers, who succumbed to head injuries. The deceased’s next of kin have yet to be informed.
Police investigations into the matter continue.
According to the police, the suspect allegedly drove a double cab Isuzu bakkie while under the influence of alcohol, resulting in a fatal accident.
The accident took place at around 03:00 when the suspect lost control of the vehicle, causing it to overturn.
"There was only one car involved," detective commissioner Eric Clay said.
The crash claimed the life of one of the passengers, who succumbed to head injuries. The deceased’s next of kin have yet to be informed.
Police investigations into the matter continue.
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