Limpopo Transport and Community Safety MEC Susani Violet Mathye has expressed sadness following two fatal crashes that claimed 14 lives in the Sekhukhune District.
The first crash occurred on the R555 between Stoffberg and Rossenkraal in the Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality.
The collision involved a Volkswagen Polo, a combi and a truck. Five people died at the scene. Authorities said reckless driving cannot be ruled out, while investigations into the cause of the crash are under way.
The second crash took place on Road D4370 between Phokwane and Mamphogo in the Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality.
The collision involved a Volkswagen Polo and a Toyota Tazz. Preliminary investigations suggest speeding may have contributed to the crash.
Four occupants of the Volkswagen Polo and five occupants of the Toyota Tazz died at the scene, bringing the total death toll from the two crashes to 14.
Six other people were injured in the two incidents and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
“The dark cloud is hanging over Sekhukhune District and, on behalf of the Department and the people of Limpopo, I wish to extend my sincere condolences to the families of those who lost their loved ones and wish the injured a speedy recovery,” said Mathye.
The department urged motorists to exercise caution on the roads, avoid reckless driving and take a break every two hours during long journeys.
Traffic officers will be deployed to monitor crash hotspots, while the department said the public will be updated following engagements with the district and local municipalities.
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Se-Anne Rall
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