A 52-year-old man was killed on Monday, 15 June 2026, after being struck by an Afta bus in Montana, Cape Town. The victim was walking home when the collision occurred, an event his wife witnessed over a mobile phone call.
Investigation Into Culpable Homicide
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the opening of a culpable homicide docket to investigate the circumstances of the fatal accident. Officials are currently working to determine the precise cause of the collision, as investigations into vehicle incidents often examine factors such as road conditions, mechanical integrity, and potential driver negligence.
I was on the phone with him, he was telling me he was almost home, and suddenly I just heard a loud bang and he was just gone. I didn’t hear him scream, just the bang.
Speaking on the ongoing legal process, a SAPS spokesperson stated that the matter remains under active investigation by local authorities. While witnesses have provided preliminary accounts of the incident, police have not yet released definitive findings regarding the speed of the vehicle or the specific sequence of events leading to the impact.
Pedestrian Safety And Regional Traffic Concerns
The Montana area frequently faces challenges regarding pedestrian safety, particularly in zones shared by commuters and heavy transport vehicles. Establishing fault in cases involving public transport requires a thorough review of traffic data and forensic evidence, which is standard procedure for fatal accidents in the Western Cape.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are expected to provide further updates as the formal inquest into the driver’s actions and the site conditions continues.