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Man Arrested for Drunken Driving After Accident Involving Former President Jacob Zuma

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Man arrested for drunk driving after crashing into Jacob Zuma's vehicle. Read more on the incident here!

In a startling turn of events, a 51-year-old man has been arrested for drunk, reckless, and negligent driving after causing a car accident involving South Africa's former president, Jacob Zuma. The incident, which occurred as Zuma was traveling from Nkandla to eShowe in KwaZulu-Natal for a political campaign, raised concerns over the safety of high-profile figures on the road. The police confirmed the arrest, highlighting the seriousness of the charges faced by the man.

The crash, which involved Zuma's armored state vehicle, fortunately left the ex-president unharmed. However, the MK party, for which Zuma was campaigning, raised suspicions of foul play following the accident. The bizarre circumstances surrounding the incident added to the already tense political atmosphere in the region.

South Africa was still reeling from a tragic bus accident that claimed the lives of 45 individuals when news of Zuma's crash emerged. Despite the somber mood in the country, the fortunate survival of the former president provided a glimmer of hope amidst the grief. The arrest of the man responsible for the accident shed light on the dangers of driving under the influence and the potential risks it poses to public figures.

As investigations continue into the crash involving Jacob Zuma, the incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the unpredictability of events on the road. The resilience displayed by Zuma in escaping unscathed from the accident further cements his status as a prominent figure in South African politics, continuing to attract attention both locally and internationally.

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Man arrested, faces drunken driving charge over Zuma accident (TimesLIVE)

A man has been arrested in connection with a car accident involving former president Jacob Zuma, police confirmed on Friday.

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Police arrest 51-year-old man for drunk and reckless driving after he crashed into Zuma's armoured state vehicle.

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Man arrested in connection with Zuma's accident - SABC News ... (SABC News)

KwaZulu-Natal police confirms that they arrested a 51- year-old man and charged him with drunk, reckless and negligent driving.

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A 51-year-old man was arrested in connection with the accident for drunken driving and on a charge of reckless and negligent driving.

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He was unhurt after a drunk driver collided with his armoured vehicle, police say.

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Man arrested, faces drunken driving charge over Zuma accident (SowetanLIVE)

A man has been arrested in connection with a car accident involving former president Jacob Zuma, police confirmed on Friday.

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Former president Jacob Zuma escapes unhurt in car accident — report (TimesLIVE)

Former president Jacob Zuma was involved in a car accident but suffered no injuries, it was reported on Friday morning.

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Former President Jacob Zuma's MK party accused the ANC of being involved in Thursday's accident where a drunk driver hit Zuma's armoured state.

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