Five-Year-Old Killed After Allegedly Drunk Driver Crashes Into Yard in Otjiwarongo
By TUW
A tragic incident in Otjiwarongo has claimed the life of a five-year-old boy after a vehicle allegedly driven by an intoxicated motorist veered into a residential yard on Friday, 19 December 2025.
Police identified the deceased as Johannes Kalyangu, who was pronounced dead at the scene. According to Otjozondjupa Police Community Liaison Officer, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha, the child was with three other children seated under a tree when a 50-year-old man allegedly lost control of his vehicle and drove into the yard.
It is alleged that the driver was under the influence of alcohol and did not possess a valid driver’s licence at the time. While two of the children managed to run to safety, Johannes and a one-year-old girl were struck by the vehicle.
The toddler sustained minor to moderate injuries and was transported to hospital for medical treatment.
The driver was arrested shortly after the incident and is expected to appear in the Otjiwarongo Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 22 December 2025. Police have opened several cases, including culpable homicide, reckless or negligent driving, driving under the influence of alcohol, and driving without a valid licence.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing.
