A pedestrian was killed in a horrific collision on the R21 highway near the N1 interchange on Friday night, leaving emergency crews to close off part of the fast lane.  

Volunteer Emergency Medical Response Unit (VEMRU) said emergency services were called to the scene shortly before 20:00 after reports that a pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle at high speed.

“Members from the Volunteer Emergency Medical Response Unit and Pretoria Volunteer Emergency Services arrived to find the victim lying in the fast lane of the highway with extensive injuries.”

Despite efforts by emergency personnel, the patient was declared dead on scene.

The incident was handed over to the South African Police Service for further investigation.

According to Arrive Alive, South African road traffic regulations prohibit pedestrians from walking on or crossing freeways such as the R21, except in emergencies or where permitted by signage.

Road safety authorities have repeatedly warned that crossing highways remains extremely dangerous due to high vehicle speeds and limited visibility, particularly at night.

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