Major crashes begin to claim lives as the festive season commences
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has learnt with sadness of three major crashes that occurred in the Free State, Limpopo oand the Western Cape claiming nineteen lives over the weekend.
A major crash where a single vehicle overturned occurred last night, 12 December 2020, at approximately 20h10 on the R719, 2km from Bultfontein towards Welkom in the Free State Province. Five persons were confirmed dead at the scene and a survivor was rushed to Hoopstad Hospital. Reports indicate that a bakkie overturned when the driver lost control and veered off the road.
Another major crash occurred on Saturday 12 December 2020 at approximately 16h00 on the R521 in in Polokwane, Limpopo. The crash involved a minibus taxi claiming seven lives. The cause of the crash is still unknown.
Another crash involving two sedans occurred on Sunday 13 December 2020 at approximately 04h00 on the R45 outside Hopefield in the Western Cape. One vehicle carried five adult occupants whilst the other carried seven occupants (three adults and four children). This accident claimed five lives and seven people sustained injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals. The cause of the crash remains unknown at this stage.
A Mamelodi Sundowns soccer player died when the driver of his car lost control and crashed in Kempton Park. Another occupant in the car died on the scene. The exact cause of the crash is under investigation.
The RTMC urges motorists to remain vigilant as the festive season commences. They are urged to choose daytime driving and to keep their lights on at all times. Motorists are also warned to refrain from speeding and from driving under the influence of alcohol.
Enquiries:
Simon Zwane
Cell: 082 551 9892
Tel: 012 999 5200
