E-hailing company Bolt expressed concern and sympathy following the alleged kidnapping of a YouTuber, Simthande Myeza. He was allegedly abducted in Durban while travelling in a Bolt vehicle.
Senior General Manager of Bolt South Africa, Lerato Motsoeneng, described the incident as deeply disturbing. He said Bolt is handling the matter with the utmost seriousness and will fully support the relevant authorities in addressing it.
“Our safety team has reached out to the individual to gather more information and better understand what occurred. While we are still in the process of verifying the trip information, we remain committed to engaging all parties to ensure the matter is thoroughly addressed,” said Motsoeneng.
SAFETY REMAINS BOLT’S TOP PRIORITY
The e-hailing company says safety is its highest priority. Motsoeneng said Bolt remains deeply committed to ensuring every Bolt ride is a safe and trusted experience.
“We will continue to work closely with the relevant law enforcement authorities and act decisively as soon as we have the information needed to do so,” added Motsoeneng.
INVESTIGATIONS INTO KIDNAPPING CONTINUE
Myeza’s family said the online comedian is safe and currently recovering. The family added that they are allowing the law to take its course. KwaZulu-Natal spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda said Umbilo police are investigating a case of kidnapping.
In a statement, the family said that the Bolt driver took the incorrect route before stopping the car. Thereafter, two others held Myeza at gunpoint. The family claimed that they drove Myeza to an unknown location and cleaned out his bank account before demanding a ransom from his family and friends. They also claim that kidnappers stripped him of his clothes and took pictures and videos of him while forcing him to perform acts.
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