Zambian social media personality Suzyo Shawa, popularly known as Magnate, has broken his silence following a road traffic accident in which a 19-year-old cyclist was allegedly hit by a Range Rover in Lusaka’s Salama Park area.
In a statement shared following the incident, Shawa said he was safe and expressed relief that the injured cyclist was alive and receiving medical attention.
“I want to thank everyone who has reached out and expressed concern following the road traffic accident yesterday,” he said.
Shawa also extended his thoughts to the injured cyclist and his family, particularly his mother and wife, whom he acknowledged for their support during the difficult period.
“My thoughts are with him, especially his mother and wife, who have been supportive throughout this difficult time. I sincerely wish him a full and speedy recovery,” he stated.
The social media personality further appealed to the public to respect the injured cyclist’s privacy as he continues receiving medical treatment.
“I understand that many people are concerned. I ask everyone to respect his privacy as he recovers,” Shawa said, while thanking those who had offered prayers, support and understanding.
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The statement comes after reports of an accident along Ginger Street in Lusaka’s Salama Park area, where a 19-year-old cyclist from Mtendere East was reportedly struck by a Range Rover allegedly involved in an improper overtaking manoeuvre.
According to details attributed to Zambia Police Spokesperson Chipo Kaitisha, the accident occurred at around 17:30 hours. The cyclist sustained a cut on the forehead, multiple bruises to the face and body, as well as general body pains, and was admitted to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital for treatment.
Police also reported that the Range Rover, registration number MG 888, was impounded at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe Police Station pending re-examination by the Road Transport and Safety Agency (RTSA).
A statement had reportedly been recorded from the driver, while investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident were ongoing.
Shawa’s message has now provided a personal response to the incident, with the public being asked to allow the injured cyclist and his family privacy as he recovers.
The circumstances surrounding the accident remain subject to police investigations.
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