10 dead in a multi-vehicle accident on the N8 near Botshabelo

BLOEMFONTEIN – Ten people have been killed in a horrific accident on the N8 between Bloemfontein and Botshabelo.

The accident involved a bus and a heavy truck.

The crash also injured 41 people.

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Emergency services and law enforcement officials are on scene.

Traffic in the area remains heavily affected and motorists are urged to exercise caution and follow the instructions of officials.