South African police have arrested a woman in connection with the murder of a Nigerian ride‑hailing driver, in an incident that has shocked both local and Nigerian communities.
The victim, a Nigerian national working for Bolt, was reportedly attacked while on duty in Pretoria West.
According to police reports, the suspects lured him into a secluded area, struck him with a blunt object, and stabbed him multiple times, leading to his death before fleeing the scene.
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Authorities located the driver’s body shortly afterward and launched an investigation that quickly led to the arrest of the female suspect.
She has been charged with murder and hijacking and is expected to appear in Atteridgeville Magistrate’s Court. Investigators say further arrests may follow as they continue to pursue accomplices.
The violent incident has reignited concerns over the safety of e‑hailing drivers, particularly foreign nationals, in South Africa. Police are urging the public to avoid sharing graphic footage from the scene and to cooperate with ongoing investigations.
Residents and the Bolt community are calling for stricter security measures to ensure drivers can operate safely without fear of violence.
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