Today, 12 June 2026, the suspect linked to the death of cyclist Landon La Grange is finally expected to appear in the Cape Town Magistrate’s Court.
Landon was struck on Victoria Road between Camps Bay and Bakoven on 6 April 2026. He suffered devastating injuries, including the amputation of his leg, and passed away on 7 April.
The initial police handling of this matter was utterly unacceptable. Despite the seriousness of the incident, the suspect was allegedly allowed to leave for the Eastern Cape and was not arrested at the time. It was only after I intervened through SAPS national structures that he was traced in the Eastern Cape and served with the relevant papers to appear in court.
We are also aware that blood alcohol tests were apparently not taken on the day of the incident. That must be fully explained.
This case is critical because thousands upon thousands of South Africans travel and commute by bicycle every day. Too many cyclists are treated as if they do not belong on the road, and in many areas they are simply disregarded by reckless drivers, including elements within the taxi industry.
Landon’s case may be one matter before one court, but it speaks for many. It speaks for every cyclist forced into danger by lawlessness, poor enforcement and a culture where vulnerable road users are treated as expendable.
Landon’s death cannot be in vain. His family, friends and the cycling community deserve justice, not excuses. We will monitor this case closely and continue demanding accountability from SAPS where the initial investigation failed.
IC