A dangerous accident occurred this morning, March 5, when an articulated truck plunged down a steep embankment on the N4 at Schoemanskloof near Patanek and came to rest in dense terrain on the mountainside.

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Martin Jeffrey of Emer-G-Med reported from the scene:

“On arrival, we found a heavy motor vehicle travelling in the eastbound lane had lost control and went down the side of the mountain.”

The driver alleged that the accident may have been caused by brake failure. He was stabilised at the scene and transported to Rob Ferreira Hospital.

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Jeffrey confirmed that there is no obstruction on the road and that Van Wettens is on site to assist with recovery.