A male pedestrian died instantly after being struck by a truck on the B2 road, approximately 36 kilometres from Karibib towards Okahandja, late on Monday night.

According to an Erongo police report, the accident occurred at around 23:35.

A 54-year-old Namibian man was driving the truck from Walvis Bay towards Windhoek. While travelling towards Okahandja, he reportedly spotted the pedestrian on the roadway but could not avoid the collision due to the close proximity.

The pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The deceased's identity remains unknown, and next of kin have not yet been notified.

Police investigations into the circumstances are ongoing.

The Namibian Police appeal to the public who may have a missing relative or information that could aid in identifying the deceased; please come forward. Contact Detective Inspector Shashipapo Muduva at 081 213 7799 or visit your nearest police station.