Gauteng traffic police concerned about irresponsible driving behaviour during Easter

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By Samantha Allen

Published: April 16, 2022 | 6:00 PM GMT

Gauteng traffic police says they are concerned over irresponsible driving behaviour during this Easter weekend.

This follows an incident where a 33-year-old female officer was knocked down by a 35-year-old female drunk driver.

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The officer was conducting a law enforcement operation on Friday evening.

The incident occurred on the N14 Pretoria/ Krugersdorp freeway next to the R55.

Gauteng Traffic spokesperson Sello Maremane says, “Upon inspection by the officers who were on duty with the affected officer, the suspect was found to be driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor. The breathalyzer reading recorded 1.29 milligram per 1 000 milliliters which is five times over the legal limit of 0.24 milligram.

The driver was immediately arrested and detained at Olievenhoutbosch Police Station to face charges relating to Driving under the influence of intoxicating alcohol as well as an alternative charge of reckless and negligent driving.”

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About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.