Seven people, including a five-year-old boy, have been killed in a devastating head-on collision involving a Suzuki seven-seater and a Toyota Corolla on the N2 between Kei Cuttings and Ndabakazi in the Eastern Cape.
The Suzuki, which was carrying eight occupants, collided head-on with the Toyota Corolla. Seven people travelling in the Suzuki – two women and five men, including the young boy – died at the scene.
The Toyota Corolla driver sustained serious injuries and was rushed to hospital. One other occupant of the Suzuki was also injured and transported to hospital for medical treatment.
Two additional vehicles, a Mazda SUV and a Mercedes-Benz sedan, were subsequently involved in secondary collisions. Their occupants reportedly sustained minor injuries. Drunk driving and poor visibility due to misty weather are believed to be contributing factors to the crash
Emergency rescue teams and other emergency personnel responded to the scene to assist the injured and manage the aftermath of the multiple-vehicle crash.
The road is currently partially open to traffic, while law enforcement officials remain at the scene to regulate the flow of vehicles and ensure the safety of motorists.
Motorists travelling along the route are urged to exercise extreme caution, reduce their speed and follow instructions from law enforcement officials
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