A cross-border bus driver has been arrested after attempting to flee when he was intercepted for overloading.
Limpopo spokesperson for transport and community safety Matome Moremi-Taueatsoala said the bus, which was on its way to Malawi, was intercepted on the N1.
A 65‑seat cross-boader bus was stopped on the N1 bypass adjacent to Peter Mokaba Stadium after officers observed a severe overload.
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The vehicle was carrying 117 occupants – 1 driver, 101 passengers and 15 minors – 52 passengers beyond its legal capacity.@Sowetan1981 pic.twitter.com/QUQ2xVeS5Y
It had departed from Gauteng.
“The vehicle was carrying 117 occupants ― one driver, 101 passengers and 15 minors. [This means it was carrying] 52 passengers beyond its legal capacity.
“During the stop, the driver attempted to flee. He was promptly intercepted, restrained and arrested by officers from the SA Police Service and Limpopo traffic officers,” he said.
During the stop, the driver attempted to flee.
— Matome Moremi-Taueatsoala, Limpopo transport and community safety spokesperson
Moremi-Taueatsoala said the bus will remain at the provincial traffic control centre until the excess passengers are removed and the prescribed fine is settled.
“Further investigations are under way.”
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