Rustenburg - A three-year-old boy died after a car ran over him in Ikageng near Potchefstroom, North West police said on Thursday.
Police spokesperson Sergeant Kelebogile Moleko said the boy was crossing the road on Wednesday night shortly before eight ‘o clock when the car struck him. The car, a green Toyota Corolla, did not stop after the accident.
According to police they have a partial number plate number from an eyewitness.
“Allegations further states that the registration numbers are incomplete as the incident happened at night. The minor sustained injuries on the left and right ankle, head, back of the body and stomach. He was transported to Potchefstroom Hospital and later died. The suspect is still at large.”
Police have appealed to the Ikageng community to come forward with any information that may assist in finding the owner or driver of the car.
“Ikageng police can be contacted on 018 295 173. A case of Culpable Homicide is been investigated,” she said.
African News Agency
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