Prince Daniel Obioma, aka 3GAR, charged with negligent driving after McLaren crash in Sea Point

Nigerian rapper Prince Daniel Obioma, known by his stage name 3GAR, is facing prosecution for reckless or negligent driving, as confirmed by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).

This follows a serious crash involving his McLaren 570S in Sea Point earlier this year. The incident occurred on March 1 on High Level Road, where the high-performance vehicle allegedly reached speeds of up to 200 km/h before crashing into a wall.

Obioma was hospitalised after the incident.

Despite CCTV footage capturing the vehicle travelling at high speed and a public outcry, no arrest has yet been made, and charges have not been formally laid.

Police spokesperson, Wesley Twigg, said: “Kindly be advised that the case docket is still at the office of the Senior State Prosecutor and this office is awaiting the outcome of the decision.”

However, regional NPA spokesperson Eric Ntabazalila confirmed: “We have decided to prosecute. He will be summoned, but he has not yet been served with a J175. There is no court date at this stage.”

The delay in taking action has drawn criticism from political figures, including DA MP Nicholas Gotsell, who serves on the Select Committee for Security and Justice.

“The wheels of justice are turning, whether you are an ordinary motorist or a so-called celebrity. Nobody is above the law,” said Gotsell.

“After months of pressure on SAPS to stop stalling and shift out of neutral to finalise the investigation, the NPA has now confirmed that the driver will face charges of reckless or negligent driving. Reckless drivers have no place tearing through our neighbourhoods and endangering lives, no matter where you live or what you drive.”

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