Pietermaritzburg, South Africa – A tragic accident on the M13 Pietermaritzburg bound near the Shongweni offramp has claimed one life and left two others injured. The incident occurred around 3 am on Saturday morning when a single vehicle collided with concrete barriers before being launched into the air and coming to a halt.
Upon arrival at the scene, ALS Paramedics discovered the devastating aftermath of the crash, with one person pronounced dead and two others in need of immediate medical attention. The collision resulted in significant damage to the vehicle and nearby structures, highlighting the severity of the impact.
In another unfortunate event, a multi-vehicle accident on the R617 before Mphophomeni left one person trapped and several others injured. Midlands EMS crews responded to the scene, where they found multiple vehicles involved in a collision. The situation required advanced life support treatment and specialized rescue efforts to aid the critically injured individuals.
Additionally, two minors were hospitalized after their vehicle overturned on Inanda Road in Inanda, KZN. Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) arrived at the scene to find a white Ford Ranger double cab lying on its side in a ditch beside the road. The driver provided crucial information to RUSA members, shedding light on the circumstances of the accident.
Meanwhile, a man lost his life in a hit-and-run collision on Noodsberg Road in Fairbreeze, KZN. Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) Tongaat Operations Centre received a distress call from a passerby, leading them to the scene where they found the victim fatally injured. Investigations into the incident are currently underway to bring justice to the victim.
Tragedies also unfolded in Oaklands, KZN, when an intoxicated driver collided with a First Responder vehicle attending a Culpable Homicide case on Todd Street. The irresponsible actions of the driver resulted in their arrest, illustrating the dangers of driving under the influence and the risks posed to emergency responders on duty.
Furthermore, a fallen hiker on the Table Mountain Contour Path received assistance from dedicated teams of professionals and volunteers from Wilderness Search And Rescue (WSAR) Western Cape and SANParks – Table Mountain National Park rangers. Their swift response and expertise were instrumental in safely carrying the hiker from the rugged terrain to receive medical attention.
Lastly, a collision involving three vehicles on the R27 in Melkbosstrand led to three fatalities and multiple injuries. Local authorities responded to the scene to assist the injured individuals and conduct further investigations into the cause of the crash. The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and vigilant driving practices to prevent such devastating accidents.