A truck driver from Gundo Bulk Logistics has died under suspicious circumstances after an alleged assault by employees of a waste management company near Brakpan.
The deceased, identified as Taurai Chiveso, was found lifeless in his truck on Friday evening at EnviroServ’s Holfontein Landfill site. He was still seated behind the wheel when security personnel made the grim discovery.
Although the official cause of death has not yet been established, sources at the landfill allege that Chiveso had been involved in a confrontation the previous day. According to those familiar with the incident, a road dispute on Thursday between his truck and a company minibus carrying EnviroServ employees escalated badly.
The minibus is said to have followed Chiveso until he reached the landfill entrance, where several men allegedly dragged him from his truck and assaulted him before releasing him.
Despite the ordeal, Chiveso managed to complete his offloading duties and later left the site. When he returned on Friday for another delivery, witnesses reported that he appeared to be in severe pain but went ahead with his offloading.
Hours later, security guards found him dead in his driver’s seat.
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In a statement to SA Trucker, Gundo Bulk Logistics confirmed that Chiveso was one of their employees.
“We are deeply saddened by this tragic event, and our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, colleagues, and loved ones during this very difficult time,” the company said.
“The circumstances surrounding his death remain under investigation by the relevant authorities, but at this stage it is believed to be due to natural causes. We do not at this stage know who assaulted him or if it had anything to do with his passing. The police are still investigating the matter. We are cooperating with the authorities and Mr Chiveso’s family to provide support where possible. Our priority at this moment is to respect the family’s privacy and to support them through this difficult time.”Gundo Logistics
Police investigations are ongoing. Gundo Bulk Logistics have pledged to assist authorities as they probe the incident.
Our sincere condolences to his family and friends.
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