DStv Channel 403 Tuesday, 05 November 2024

Boksburg blast | Truck company must face consequences, says lawyer

JOHANNESBURG - The company that owns the tanker involved in the deadly Boksburg blast must face consequences.

This is according to human rights lawyer Richard Spoor, who says the driver was negligent and the company is liable.

READ: Boksburg Blast | At least 50 people still in hospital

An audit cleared Infinite Fleet Transport of non-compliance.

Thirty-seven people died after its tanker became stuck under a low-level bridge, and leaking gas resulted in a massive explosion.

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