An unidentified man died after he was allegedly hit by a car on the B10 road along the Hilka Park residential area in Rundu on Wednesday.
The Namibian Police Force’s Acting Regional Commander in the Kavango East, Detective Chief Inspector Hofni Natangwe Angala, confirmed the incident to Nampa on Thursday, saying the driver fled the accident scene.
‘A case of culpable homicide and failing to stop a vehicle after an accident has been opened,’ he said.
Angala said the suspect failed to ascertain injuries and render assistance to the deceased.
The face of the deceased could not easily be identified due to the nature of injuries sustained.
The deceased was dressed in a grey jean trouser and Black and White striped t-shirt.
‘The Rundu Police is thus seeking the public’s assistance, particularly those who may have a family member missing to visit the Rundu State Hospital mortuary for possible identification,’ he said.
The police is also cautioning pedestrians to be vigilant when crossing roads and drivers to
adhere to all road traffic rules to avoid the unnecessary loss of lives.
Police investigations into the matter continue.
Source: The Namibia Press Agency