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Shaune Mogaila released on R20 000 bail

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Shaune Mogaila released on R20 000 bail

Sekhukhune United defender Shaune Mogaila has been released on R20 000 bail after causing an accident that took a life of a 9-year-old in Tembisa.

According to Sowetan Live, The 29-year-old was granted bail at Tembisa magistrate’s court on Friday afternoon.

Mogaila appeared on charges of culpable homicide and reckless and negligent driving following his involvement in a horrific accident that claimed the life of nine-year-old Gomolemo Mavimbela in Tembisa on Wednesday morning.

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POLOKWANE, SOUTH AFRICA – SEPTEMBER 28: Shaune Mogaile of Sekhukhune United during the Betway Premiership match between Sekhukhune United and Golden Arrows at Peter Mokaba Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Polokwane, South Africa. (Photo by Philip Maeta/Gallo Images)

Standing in the dock, Mogaila had a plaster on his head after sustaining a minor injury in the crash that left Gomolemo dead, her mother in a coma and their 13-year-old neighbour with head injuries and broken legs.

On the day of the crash, Gomolemo’s mother was driving her and their neighbour to school when Mogaila’s BMW crashed into their Hyundai head-on.

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Mogaila fled from the scene after the accident but later handed himself over to the police.

Police who responded to the crash said they found bottles of alcohol in his car, dagga and powder that is believed to be cocaine.

Sekhukhune United has since released a statement conveying their condolences to Gomolemo’s family.

“We would like to convey our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family of the minor who lost her life.

“Our thoughts and prayers are also with those who have been injured, and we wish them a speedy recovery,” read the statement.

The team also said they could not comment further as the matter is before court.

The matter has been postponed to February 4 for further investigation.

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