Man, woman killed in late night accident near Parkland Drive
The accident happened in Esther Park on Zuurfontein Road
TWO people were killed and three others injured around midnight when a taxi and car collided on Zuurfontein Road at the Parkland Drive intersection in Esther Park.
Russel Meiring, spokesman for ER24, said paramedics arrived on the scene at about midnight.
Paramedics found both the light motor vehicle and taxi on the side of the road. The car was found lying on its side.
The body of a man, believed to be in his 40s, was lying outside the light motor vehicle while a woman, believed to be in her 30s, was found inside the car.
“Paramedics quickly assessed the man and found he had sustained numerous injuries and showed no signs of life. Unfortunately, nothing could be done for the patient and he was declared dead on the scene,” Meiring said.
“The woman was carefully extricated from the in a critical condition. Paramedics immediately began treatment and provided her with advanced life support interventions. Unfortunately, after a short time, the woman succumbed to her injuries,” Meiring said.
Three men from the taxi were walking around on the scene with minor injuries. The men were treated and transported to a nearby hospital for further treatment.
