A tragic accident on the N4 toll road outside Mbombela, Mpumalanga, claimed the lives of four people on Monday, February 10. The victims, two men and two women, were killed in a fiery crash when their sedan collided with a bakkie, causing a devastating fire that left them burnt beyond recognition. The accident has left the local community in shock.
According to Moeti Mmusi, spokesman for Mpumalanga Community Safety, the crash involved two Volkswagen Polo sedans and a bakkie. The first sedan collided with the bakkie, and moments later, the second sedan crashed into the already mangled vehicles, further escalating the chaos. The severity of the collision led to the tragic loss of life, with the victims unable to escape the flames.
The driver of the bakkie suffered serious injuries, while the driver of the second sedan sustained only minor injuries. Both were transported to a nearby hospital in Mbombela for medical treatment. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with the possibility of dangerous overtaking being considered a factor in the crash.
The Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety has launched a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident. While dangerous overtaking is a key area of focus, authorities are committed to uncovering all details surrounding this heartbreaking incident.
