Wednesday, June 05, 2024

Taxi Driver Swept Away After Jumping into River to Evade Arrest

A taxi driver has been swept away after jumping into a river along the N2 highway to evade arrest. Traffic officers attempted to stop the driver on Tuesday, but he fled the scene, leaping into the water in a desperate attempt to escape.

Photo by: Pexels

JP Smith from the City of Cape Town reported that heavy rainfall had caused the river to flow rapidly, prompting the request for additional resources. Despite the efforts of Fire and Rescue officials, who expanded the search area, the driver remains missing.

The minibus taxi was impounded due to numerous outstanding fines. Authorities have contacted the registered owner of the vehicle to aid in identifying the driver. The search continues as officials remain on high alert.

Done by: Veerle Kroon

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