Bergville Chief back in court for 2017 crash

Four people were critically injured and treated at the scene

July 25, 2018

Estcourt News 1 minute read

Chief Hlongwane was driving this Land Rover from Bergville when a horrific collision occurred in 2017.

Chief Hlongwane from Bergville appeared in the Estcourt Regional Court last Tuesday regarding five people who were tragically killed in a head-on collision on the Bergville road.

READ THE STORY HERE: Five die in Bergville head-on collision

The crash took place on September 4, 2017 when two light motor vehicles were involved in a collision.

Four people were critically injured and treated at the scene before being transported to hospital for further medical attention.

ALSO SEE: GALLERY: The aftermath of the head-on collision near Nottingham Road

The suspect was summoned to court. The case has been postponed to August 1, which is set for trial.

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July 25, 2018

Estcourt News 1 minute read

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