Police officer arrested after allegedly hitting pedestrian at Outapi
A 44-year-old police officer in Outapi has been arrested for reckless driving after hitting a 66-year-old pedestrian. The officer faces additional charges for driving without a license and refusing a breathalyzer test.
Why it matters
The incident highlights issues of police accountability and public safety regarding law enforcement conduct in the region.
A 44-YEAR-OLD police officer attached to the VIP Unit in Outapi has been arrested after allegedly driving recklessly and hitting a pedestrian.
The incident occurred on Sunday evening on the Outapi-Tsandi main road, next to Outapi District Hospital.
The 66-year-old female victim, a resident of Ohauhwe village, sustained minor facial injuries.
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