Question NW1930 to the Minister of Police
06 October 2016 - NW1930
Redelinghuys, Mr MH to ask the Minister of Police
(1)(a) What is the current status of the investigation into CAS 300/6/2016 opened at the Akasia Police Station and (b) what are the charges contained in the docket; (2) whether any suspects have been arrested to date; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details in each case; (3) whether any (a) suspects or (b) witnesses have been interviewed; if not, why not, in each case; if so, (i) when and (ii) what are the further relevant details in each case; (4) when is the investigation anticipated to be finalised?
Reply:
(1)(a) The investigation into case docket, Akasia CAS 300/06/2016 has not yet been concluded. The injured victim, who is still in hospital due to injuries sustained in the motor vehicle collision, must assist with the re-construction of the collision scene.
(1)(b) The charge contained in the case docket is reckless and negligent driving of a motor vehicle.
(2) No suspects have been arrested or charged in this matter. It is normal procedure in the investigation of cases of this nature that the South African Police Service (SAPS) concludes the investigation and then refers the case docket to the Senior Public Prosecutor (SPP) for a decision on prosecution. Should the SPP decide to prosecute in the matter, a summons to appear in court is issued by the SPP which will then be served on the accused to appear in court on the pre-determined court date.
(3)(a) Yes, a possible suspect, the driver of the other motor vehicle was interviewed on 20 June 2016 and his statement obtained.
(3)(b) Yes, an independent eyewitness was interviewed on 20 June 2016 and his statement obtained.
(3)(b)(i) 20 June 2016.
(3)(b)(ii) Statements of the possible suspect and eyewitness have been obtained.
(4) The conclusion of this investigation is dependent on when the victim, who was injured in the collision, is discharged from hospital and his ability to assist with the re-construction of the collision scene.