Driver of truck involved in new train accident jailed 6 months

Abel Dzidotor, the driver allegedly responsible for the train accident, has been sentenced to a six-month jail term.

According to Citi News’ Benjamin Aklama, Dzidotor admitted guilt to three out of the four charges levelled against him.

The first charge was for careless and inconsiderate driving, a violation of Section 3 of the RTA Act 683 (2004), as amended by Act 761 of 2008.

Dzidotor pleaded guilty and received a sentence of 100 penalty units, equivalent to a potential 20-month prison term if not paid.

Dzidotor pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 20 penalty units, or a five-month jail term if unpaid.

Dzidotor pleaded guilty and received a six-month sentence in hard labour.

Dzidotor pleaded not guilty, asserting that his license was within the damaged vehicle.