Tragedy in Ruimsig: Man dragged 1km in fatal hit-and-run incident
The Roodepoort Northsider spoke to Michelle Stewart, the victim Norman Sibanda's employer, who explained the tragic event in which their long-time employee was brutally killed.
According to Stewart, the hit-and-run occurred on Pierre Road in Ruimsig, just 30 metres from Sibanda's gate.
She stated that after Sibanda was struck by an unknown vehicle, the driver turned the vehicle right, into the street, and ran him over a second time, without stopping or braking. Sibanda was then dragged for another kilometre down Pierre Road.
A friend of Sibanda's, who is also a security guard in the area, discovered his body in the road and alerted the authorities. Stewart later shared CCTV footage of the incident on social media, calling on witnesses to come forward as investigations continue.
The neighbourhood has been left shaken, with many residents expressing grief and outrage. The community has rallied to support the Sibanda family as they mourn the loss of their loved one, and there have been widespread calls for justice.
Bronwyn Kloppers, a neighbour who knew Sibanda well, launched a BackaBuddy campaign to raise the R27 000 needed to repatriate his body to Zimbabwe.
Donations can be made via this link: https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/lets-get-norman-home
Stewart shared her sorrow about the devastating loss.
'My heart is sad and heavy, and Norman was part of our family. He was a beautiful soul; he had a smile that could light up your day in an instant.'
She also spoke about Sibanda's role on the farm.
'He was the milker and caretaker of our cows; they loved him. When he called them, they came running, and the dogs loved him. He had a beautiful connection with animals, and our bull, whom we all ran away from, Norman could walk straight up to and kiss. Norman was magic.'
The Honeydew Police Station did not respond to the Northsider's request for an official statement. Sergeant Molupe referred enquiries to the provincial spokesperson. Colonel Masondo was contacted but is currently on leave. Colonel Nevhuhulwi was also approached but could not be reached.
The Northsider will provide updates as soon as further information becomes available from the police.
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