Police in Ndola have charged FAZ Communications Officer Erick Mwanza with causing death by dangerous driving.
Copperbelt Traffic Police Chief George Malama confirmed this to Muvi Television on Saturday.
On Friday afternoon while driving to Ndola, Mwanza hit a pedestrian near Kafulafuta area who later in the day died due to head injuries.
Police identified the deceased as Ashea Chingaipe, 24 , of Kafulafuta who was hit around 17:00 hours along the Ndola-Kabwe Road.
Mwanza was picked up by police just after the accident but was released on police bond on Saturday morning.
He was later seen at Levy Mwanawasa Stadium during the Barclays Cup final between Power Dynamos and Napsa Stars.
Mwanza is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.
Barotse diaspora
November 17, 2012 at 8:43 pm
Shame on a public figure mr E MWANZA
Rogku
November 17, 2012 at 9:09 pm
may the soul of the departed rest in eternal peace but its just an accident it can be caused by anyone regardless of status in society
Trish
November 17, 2012 at 9:23 pm
It’s a pity that could have been avoided. Erick how are you able to watch the game after causing the death? Mhsriep.
Me
November 17, 2012 at 9:59 pm
No comment! E.Mwanza jst tel Renard to bring bck clifford mulenga bck on the pitch??
Sad-face
November 17, 2012 at 11:43 pm
Sad news indeed..mr mwanza at tymz u shud remove ur glasses mo especialy wen its gettn late..u hav eye problms bt busy drivin at late hours…
frank sakala
November 18, 2012 at 5:32 am
accidents are accidents…they can happen to any wanu. Erick..be prayerful and may the soul of late rest in peace
Abakonzi
November 18, 2012 at 6:24 am
@ Barotse diaspora tell me something,do you even have a vehicle and do you drive especially on busy roads like ndola-Lsk road?Who told you a public figure can’t have a RTA.What shame are you talking about.Driving is a very big risk for all road users including you
Kasaka
November 18, 2012 at 7:52 am
Barotse Diaspora is just ashamed that this vehicle wasnt being driven by a PF member
mulamu
November 18, 2012 at 8:09 am
It was an accident and we are not told how it happened,so lets not speculate.But for sure he was supposed to have had a hear,how do you manage to watch a match after killing somebody whether accidentally or intentionally?When was those eyes last examined?
mulamu
November 18, 2012 at 8:10 am
I meant a heart.
who knew
November 18, 2012 at 8:58 am
TOO BAD, MAY THE SOUL OF THE DEPARTED REST IN PEACE.
Barotse diaspora
November 18, 2012 at 9:15 am
E mwanza must be ashamed instead of attending a funeral house he resorted to watch football.let him go for medicals to verify his eye sight and mental capability.he might be using ‘linso ya mbuzi’ and why not use his personal driva. Fake driving licence!
P.C.C
November 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm
The offence committed is finable if y’re a first offender ,therefore,i advise u to admit without wasting the court’s time.THIS IS FREE LEGAL ADVICE
redeemer
November 18, 2012 at 2:21 pm
My deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and mhsrip! Erick may you find strength during this difficult period! Accident can occur to anyone at anytime! They are not planned for! Watch and pray
inkoko pabwali
November 18, 2012 at 10:09 pm
Accidents happen suddenly and they are not planned. Erick will surely find time to go to the funeral house, but not on the day of the accident. Be real bane!
kopala
November 19, 2012 at 12:26 pm
if you are a driver or if you have driven in these roads before,you cant blame anyone,its just an accident and it can happen to anyone regardless of the status……..rest in peace my bra
MASTER CHOTA
November 22, 2012 at 10:54 am
Uluse lubombe