Durban Taxi crash

Durban, South Africa a devastating collision between a truck and a minibus taxi on the R102 roadway, just south of Durban near Lotus Park in Isipingo, has claimed the lives of at least eight people early on Thursday morning.

Emergency services, including ALS Paramedics, rushed to the Scene where the crash unfolded in what has been described by responders as a “horrific crash.” Several other passengers are reported to have sustained serious injuries and have been transported to local hospitals for urgent care.

Paramedics and additional emergency crews were deployed to manage the chaotic scene following the impact between the heavy truck and the minibus taxi. The exact cause of the collision is still under investigation, with authorities yet to release details on how the vehicles came to collide.

Eyewitnesses describe a severe crash site, with both vehicles sustaining significant damage. Road closures and traffic disruptions were reported as emergency teams worked to clear the wreckage and assist victims.

Fatalities: At least eight people killed in the collision.

Injuries: Multiple passengers suffered severe injuries and were treated on scene before being taken to nearby hospitals.

Authorities have not yet released the identities of those who died or the injured, pending notification of next of kin.

Police and traffic investigators are examining the crash site to determine contributing factors such as speed, road conditions, and whether driver error or mechanical failure played a role. Updates are expected as investigations proceed and more information becomes available.

This tragic accident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in KwaZulu-Natal. The R102 is a major regional route that has seen serious collisions in the past involving heavy vehicles, taxis, and other road users. Authorities frequently urge motorists to exercise caution, obey speed limits, and avoid overtaking in unsafe conditions to prevent further loss of life.

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