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Two killed in three car pile-up on R74

A horrific accident.

Two people died and three people were injured in three car pile-up on the R74 just past Glendale at about 9.15 pm last night. IPSS Medical Rescue paramedic Paul Herbst said the believed there had been a head-on collision between two light motor vehicles and that the third vehicle, a taxi, had then also collided into the other two. One of the drivers was killed on impact and his body had to be removed from the wreckage by the KwaDukuza Fire department using the Jaws of Life. A woman passenger was transported to hospital with critical injuries but later died in hospital. IPSS also transported a passenger with moderate injuries and two passengers with minor injuries to hospital.


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Lesley Naudé

Editor Lesley Naudé is a slightly frazzled mom of three (operating on less-than-optimum sleep) who cherishes life’s simple pleasures. She kick-starts her day with a strong cup of coffee, finds peace in ocean swims, and loves unwinding with a glass of red wine and a good book.
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