Mpumalanga Traffic officer Kgaugelo Moela laid to rest after N4 crash
Moela was fatally knocked down by a minibus taxi on the N4 toll road near Mbombela
Traffic officer Kgaugelo Moela, 38, died following a collision with a minibus taxi on the N4 toll road near Mbombela. He was serving with the Mpumalanga Traffic Inspectorate, under the Department of Public Works, Roads and Transport. Moela was on duty when the incident occurred early Monday morning. Family, friends, and colleagues attended his funeral to pay their respects.
His brother, Desmond Moela, remembered him as a kind, loving, and curious individual who was more than just a brother and friend to the family. Oratile Moela, his daughter, expressed her gratitude for the years, memories, lessons, love, and guidance her father provided. A Mozambican national is in custody, suspected of being the minibus taxi driver.
His second court appearance is scheduled for September 15th. Moela's relative, Benedict Mashego, called for increased caution among traffic officers to prevent future tragedies. Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu pledged to seek justice for Moela and other traffic officers who have lost their lives. ANC Secretary General Fikile Mbalula also attended the funeral, showing support for the Moela family.
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