One dead in CBD collision
Bystanders described the scene as sad, and an unnecessary loss of life.
One person died and five others injured after a collision between a bakkie and a minibus on Friday, June 26.
The incident occurred at approximately 11pm at the intersection of Sutherland and Murchison Streets. The deceased was a passenger in the minibus, and was allegedly not wearing a seatbelt. The driver of the minibus and occupants of the bakkie did not sustain serious injury.
One of the drivers allegedly skipped a red robot, but the cause of the incident is still under investigation.
Police arrested one of the drivers based a statement given by a witness.
Anyone with information regarding the incident may contact Warrant Officer Shabir Ismail on: 082 839 0019.
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