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Multiple fatalities reported in N12 accident

Two vehicles were involved in an accident on the N12 this afternoon, where three people lost their lives.

Three people have died after a traffic accident that occurred on the N12 in the direction of Johannesburg at the Fochville-road turnoff.

Two motor vehicles were involved in the accident. The accident took place approxamitely 40km outside of Potchefstroom at around 17:00.

Paramedics, law enforcement other authorities arrived at the scene at around 17:28.

The scene after the accident took place. Photo: Potchefstroom First Responders/Facebook

Three people were declared dead on the scene with two other patients being treated with severe injuries.

Traffic was also delayed with a forensic team managing the scene.

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I am the editor of the Potchefstroom Herald since January 2026. I have a keen interest for sport and local community news. I have more than a decade of experience covering various beats. Journalism is a lifestyle.

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