Zambia Police have arrested and charged social media personality Suzyo Shawa, popularly known as Magnate, with dangerous driving following a serious road traffic accident involving a 19-year-old cyclist in Lusaka’s Salama Park area.
In a press statement issued on Thursday, October 22, 2026, Zambia Police Service Public Relations Officer Chipo Kaitisha confirmed that Shawa, 31, of New Kasama in Lusaka, had been charged with dangerous driving contrary to Section 155(1) of Act No. 11 of 2002 of the Roads and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 464 of the Laws of Zambia.
Police said the charge followed investigations into the accident, which occurred on October 21, 2026, at around 17:30 hours along Ginger Street in Salama Park.
The accident involved a Range Rover motor vehicle and a 19-year-old cyclist.
According to the police statement, Shawa is currently detained in police custody awaiting court appearance.
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The arrest and charge mark a development in the investigation into the accident, which drew public attention following reports that the young cyclist had sustained injuries and was receiving medical treatment.
In an earlier account of the incident, the cyclist was reported to have sustained a cut on the forehead, multiple bruises to the face and body, as well as general body pains. He was admitted to Levy Mwanawasa Teaching Hospital for treatment.
The latest police statement confirms that investigations have resulted in Shawa being formally charged with dangerous driving. However, the charge remains an allegation to be determined through the court process.
The Zambia Police Service has not provided further details about the scheduled court appearance in its statement issued on October 22.
The case highlights the importance of road safety and responsible driving, particularly around cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
Shawa remains in police custody as he awaits his court appearance.
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