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In a devastating accident that occurred on Friday evening, five people were tragically killed, and three others sustained serious injuries in an apparent head-on collision on the R75, heading towards Jansenville. The incident took place approximately 1km from the R336/R75 T-junction towards Glenconnor, leaving the community in shock and authorities searching for answers.
According to reports, the accident took place around 17:00 when the police received a distress call regarding a collision involving two bakkies. The vehicles involved were identified as a white Isuzu with a canopy and an H100 Hyundai bakkie. Upon arrival at the scene, emergency services found the mangled wreckage of both vehicles lying on the side of the road.
Tragically, five individuals lost their lives at the scene of the accident, while three others, including two females and a male, were rushed to the Provincial Hospital in Kariega with serious injuries. The identities of the deceased have yet to be officially confirmed, and authorities are in the process of notifying their next of kin. Once formal identification has been completed, the names of the victims will be released.
The circumstances leading to the collision remain unclear at this stage, and investigators are diligently working to piece together the events that unfolded. It is known that the Isuzu bakkie, loaded with stock, was traveling towards Jansenville, while the Hyundai bakkie was heading in the opposite direction, towards Kariega.
The police have opened a case of culpable homicide and are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident. The focus will be on determining the cause of the collision and establishing any contributing factors. As the investigation progresses, authorities will gather evidence, speak to witnesses, and examine the wreckage to gain a clearer understanding of the tragic event.
The accident has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting discussions about road safety and the need for caution while traveling on busy highways. The incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and being vigilant behind the wheel to prevent such devastating accidents.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are urging anyone with information or potential witnesses to come forward and assist with the inquiry. Public cooperation is essential in shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the collision and helping to ensure justice for the victims and their families.
The hearts of the community go out to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident. The road to recovery will be a long one for the injured survivors, and they are in the thoughts and prayers of the entire community.
Collision claims five lives near Jansenville https://t.co/VhaoyYDOVj #ArriveAlive #HeadOnCrash @SAPoliceService @EcTransport
— Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) May 28, 2023