Commuter receives over R100 000 in compensation

By Odette Ismail
28 February 2007

A tragic accident that occurred four years ago has resulted in Cape Metrorail handing over R105 000 to a Wellington man after he was injured, and 11 others died in the collision.

Cape Judge President John Hlophe passed down judgement in the Cape High Court yesterday.

Charles Botman is believed to have been travelling on a Metrorail train from Cape Town to Muldersvlei on January 7, 2003. The train collided with a stationary goods vehicle.

Botman sustained injuries to his neck, right shoulder, arm and hand. He told a daily paper that he still experiences pain and is partially disabled.

Botman’s argument is negligence on Metrorail’s part. He claimed R150 000 for general damages and medical expenses. His legal costs have also been covered under the judgement.