Bus crash: 12 killed and 45 injured
The 45 people injured were taken to Edenvale, OR Tambo and Tembisa hospitals.
A bus crash near OR Tambo International Airport claimed 12 lives and left 45 others injured on the morning of March 11.
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The collision occurred at approximately 06:45.
Emergency services responded, transporting the injured to Edenvale, OR Tambo and Tembisa hospitals.
“This is a disaster. We are lost for words,” said MMC for Roads and Transport Planning in Ekurhuleni, Clr Andile Mngwevu, who was at the scene.
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“To see so many bodies lying around is heartbreaking.
“Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of the deceased, and we pray for a speedy recovery for the injured.”
Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash.
At the time of reporting, police and forensic teams were combing the scene for evidence.
Initial reports have not confirmed whether other vehicles were involved.
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@kemptonexpress The EMPD has confirmed that 12 fatalities have been reported so far following this morning’s bus crash on the R21 northbound. Reported earlier TOTAL CLOSURE of R21 north following fatal bus crash Motorists travelling on the R21 northbound are advised to use alternative routes following a fatal bus crash earlier this morning, March 11. Multiple fatalities have been reported. The affected section of the highway has been closed to allow emergency services to conduct rescue and clean-up operations. #TiktokNews #kemptonexpress #kemptonpark #localnews #kempton #cityofekurhuleni #Police #emergencyservices Video by @boitumelodinne19 intern journalist for @kemptonexpress
