Eleven dead in Emalahleni accident
7 September 2011
Eleven people have died this afternoon in a collision involving a truck
and a midi-bus between Ogies and Bethal on R545 Road.
13 people sustained serious injuries and 11 of them were rushed to
Cosmos Hospital in Emalahleni while the other two were taken to a nearby mine
hospital.
Mpumalanga Safety, Security and Liaison MEC Vusi Shongwe has sent
condolences to the bereaved families and wished those who were injured a speedy
recovery.
MEC Shongwe has called on the intensification of roadblocks that would
mainly focus on public transport and freight because accidents involving such
transport modes result in too many fatalities.
He has also urged motorists to exercise caution and tolerance on the roads. He added that owners and drivers of public transport and freight should ensure the roadworthiness of their vehicles and driver fitness and not put profit above human lives.
Enquiries:
Joseph Mabuza
Cell: 082 678 1450
Issued by Mpumalanga Department of Safety, Security and Liaison
