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[VIDEO] Horrific accident brings traffic to a standstill

A serious accident at the Paardekraal and Voortrekker Roads intersection has allegedly cost one woman her life.

One woman allegedly lost her life in a horrific accident in front of the Key West Shopping Centre at the Voortrekker and Paardekraal Roads intersection earlier today.

In a video of the accident, a Bantam bakkie can be seen turning right into Voortrekker Road while a Wildtrak can be seen approaching the intersection from the opposite direction.

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As the Bantam tried to turn right, the Wildtrak hit it on the passenger side.

The driver of this vehicle smashed into another resulting in a woman allegedly losing her life. Photo: Jaco Human.

According to an eyewitness, the woman in the Bantam died on impact, while the driver of the Wildtrak sustained minor injuries.

The entire Bantam bakkie, including its engine, which was hurled out of the engine compartment, was flung more than 50m from where the impact occurred.

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Traffic was redirected and all emergency services were on scene.

Emergency services are still on scene and road users are urged to avoid the area.

It is not clear yet what exactly happened but the News is following up for more information.

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Janine Viljoen

Janine Viljoen is a seasoned journalist with more than 17 years’ experience. She has worked as a newspaper editor, mentored numerous journalism students, and is currently the sub-editor for the award-winning Caxton Joburg West publications. Her passion lies in developing young journalists and telling compelling human-interest stories.
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