Gauteng police said a 20-year-old man was arrested for allegedly knocking down a policeman
The man allegedly failed to stop at the roadblock and hit Warrant Officer Jan Christoffel Esterhuysen.
“It is reported that a 20-year-old driver failed to stop at the roadblock, hitting a stationery vehicle and WO Esterhuysen who was controlling the traffic,” said Brigadier Brenda Muridili. “The suspect tried to flee the scene but other members managed to stop him and it was established that he was drunk. WO Esterhuysen was rushed to hospital where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries,” said Muridili.
“Warrant Officer Esterhuysen was stationed at Fochville Visible Policing Unit. He had 27 years of loyal service in the South African Police Service.” She said Gauteng provincial commissioner Lieutenant General Elias Mawela conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family and appreciated the contribution Warrant Officer Esterhuysen made to the police during his years in the service.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
At least four taxis torched in Joburg CBDSeveral taxis were set on fire in the Johannesburg CBD on Saturday in an incident believed to be related to conflict in the industry.
Read more »
WATCH: Four minibuses burnt in Joburg CBD as taxi violence flares againThe torched taxis on Saturday follows an incident where eight taxis and two cars were set alight in Gqeberha on Wednesday.
Read more »
#EatLocal: Four food places in Joburg to fulfil your every cravingWe list four food places in Johannesburg, featured on EatLocal, that you have probably have not visited.
Read more »
At least four taxis torched in Joburg CBDJohannesburg metro police spokesperson Xolani Fihla confirmed that several taxis were torched at the intersection of Von Weillig and Commissioner streets.
Read more »
WATCH: Four taxis burnt, others vandalised in Joburg CBDRetaliation between the local businessmen and taxi drivers ensued and resulted in the damage of 12 vehicles including eight taxis that were set alight while parked inside the taxi rank.
Read more »