Update
KNYSNA NEWS - The 65-year-old male suspect involved in a violent traffic incident in Knysna in which a traffic officer was seriously injured, was granted bail of R8000 on Monday 23 March.
The case has been postponed to 29 April for further investigation and a possible regional court screening.
The accused faces multiple serious charges, including:
- Attempted murder
- Reckless and negligent driving
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Failure to comply with the instruction of a peace officer
- Resisting arrest
The incident occurred between 22:00 and 23:00 on 3 March during a routine traffic stop on Main Street.
Traffic officer Linden White attempted to stop a vehicle carrying two men who had ignored a red traffic signal.
The situation escalated when the driver allegedly fled the scene.
White spent three days in hospital and is currently receiving treatment and rehabilitation for his injuries.
Previous articles:
- Traffic officer seriously injured after alleged hit-and-run at Knysna Mall
- Attempted murder charge for man (65) after hit-and-run at mall
- Traffic officer recovering after Knysna Mall hit-and-run
- Knysna traffic officer out of hospital, accused’s bail hearing postponed | Knysna-Plett Herald
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