Passenger dies after truck hits cement pallets on N4
A truck driver has survived a serious collision near Patata Nek that left one person dead and emergency teams clearing debris overnight.
A passenger died and a driver sustained minor injuries when a truck crashed on the N4 between De Beers Nek and Patata Nek last night, November 5.
Emergency personnel found that the truck had collided with pallets of cement positioned alongside the N4 for ongoing road maintenance and upgrades.
Scene assessment
“On initial assessment, the truck driver was found seated outside the wreckage,” said Martin Jeffrey of Emer-G-Med. “Fortunately, despite the severity of the collision, he appeared to have escaped without any serious injury.”
During the subsequent scene assessment, a passenger was confirmed dead.
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Road reopened
Once SAPS Forensic Services conducted the necessary investigation and captured photographic documentation, the wreckage was recovered by Van Wettens Breakdown Services.
Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison spokesperson Moeti Mmusi confirmed that the road is open and safe for motorists to travel.
