Thohoyandou: 5 people killed, 8 seriously injured in head-on collision
Among the deceased were a 3-year-old girl and a 4-year-old boy. The deceased were identified...
Police in Mphephu, outside Thohoyandou, are investigating a case of culpable homicide after an accident along the Maangani and Tshituni road.
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According to police spokesperson Lt Col Moatshe Ngoepe, the accident occurred on Saturday when two motor vehicles (a combi and a double cab) were travelling in opposite directions when they collided head-on.
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“Five people were killed and eight people sustained serious injuries and were immediately taken to the Siloam hospital for medical treatment,” he said.
The deceased are were identified as follows :
– Humbulani Manena (37) – the combi driver.
– Mudzumbamo Tshidavhu (23) – the double cab driver.
– Takalani Ndangula (3).
– Jearratha Mudau (22).
– Duncan Mudzwari (4) .
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