Emergency services at the scene where a truck overturned on the R81, killing the driver.
LIMPOPO – The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety will investigate a fatal incident after a heavy motor vehicle carrying bricks overturned along the R81 near Moseketla.
The transport spokesperson, Matome Taueatsoala said initial reports suggest the truck lost control and overturned.
The overturned truck on the R81 where one person was confirmed dead. Photo: Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety.
Emergency services found only one occupant in the vehicle, believed to be the driver, who was declared dead on the scene.
Taueatsoala said the road is expected to remain closed from 15:00 to 17:00 today for vehicle recovery efforts.
A screenshot of Google traffic showing movement around the scene of an overturned truck on the R81.
Motorists using the R81 are urged to proceed with caution and remain alert for possible diversions.
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