A six-year-old boy died after being struck by a Golden Arrow bus in Elsies River, with police investigating a culpable homicide case following the incident on Friday, 16 October.
According to Smile FM, The collision occurred on 35th Avenue, after which the child was taken to Tygerberg Hospital, where he later died.
In a statement, Golden Arrow Bus Services (GABS) said the bus was operating according to schedule when the child allegedly ran into its path. The company maintained that the collision could not have been avoided.
‘The bus operating as scheduled when a young child suddenly ran directly into its path,’ the company stated.
Golden Arrow representatives were present at the scene and later at the hospital, where they offered support to the boy’s parents.
‘This is a devastating tragedy, and our heartfelt condolences go out to the family as they come to terms with the loss of their child,’ it added.
Golden Arrow also said the incident had deeply affected the driver, who allegedly faced threats from community members following the collision.
‘Our driver was deeply traumatised by the incident and, after being threatened by the community members, proceeded to the nearest police station for her safety and in terms of company policy,’ the company added.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) confirmed that the circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.
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