The 22-year-old scholar transport driver who was involved in an accident that claimed the lives of 12 learners in Vanderbijlpark on Monday, 19 January 2026 will appear in court on Thursday.
Gauteng police spokesperson Lt Colonel Mavela Masondo said the man was arrested after being discharged from the hospital.
“After the police visited the hospitals and the mortuary to verify the number of fatalities and injuries, it can be confirmed that 12 learners died at the accident scene and five were taken to the nearest hospitals for medical treatment, of which one has since been discharged. The driver of the truck that was involved in the accident escaped unharmed, while the passenger sustained injuries and was receiving treatment in the hospital.”
He is facing charges of twelve counts of culpable homicide- reckless and negligent driving.
Investigations are underway as police continue to obtain witness statements.
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