Man Injured After Jack Stand Slips: Redcliffe - KZN
22 January 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A 23-year-old man sustained injuries after a jack stand slipped while he was carrying out mechanical repairs on a vehicle in Camelia Avenue - Redcliffe - KZN this afternoon (Wednesday).
Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were dispatched to the scene at approximately 19:02. Upon arrival, Reaction Officers found a large crowd gathered around the injured man.
It was established that the male had been working beneath a white Mercedes-Benz A180, which was supported by a jack stand. During the repair, the jack stand reportedly gave way, causing the vehicle to trap him underneath. His calls for help alerted nearby residents, who rushed to assist and managed to lift the vehicle, freeing him before First Responders arrived.
The man sustained minor injuries.
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A two-year-old boy was rushed to hospital after allegedly consuming an unknown quantity of antipsychotic medication at his home in Parkgate, Verulam - KZN, this morning (Saturday 14/11/2026).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received an urgent call for assistance at 11:45 after the child reportedly
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
Priority-Care Ambulance Service, together with LifeEMS and Fichardtpark Neighbourhood Association, responded swiftly on Saturday morning to reports of a motorbike accident on Castelyn Drive in Fichardtpark, Bloemfontein.
On arrival, crews found the rider to have sustained serious injuries. Priority-care
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Bojanala District has arrested a 26-year-old man for the possession of explosives following an intelligence driven operation conducted at Mapetla Section in the Mmakau policing area on Friday, 13 November 2026.
The arrest follows information received
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
A driver was critically injured in a single vehicle crash on the N2 southbound just past Umhlanga in the early hours of Saturday, 14 November 2026.
Passing motorists alerted KZN VIP Emergency Medical Services. Initial reports indicate that the vehicle went over a barrier before overturning and coming
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety confirms with deep sadness that three people have died and eleven others were seriously injured this morning in a crash involving a Quantum Mini Bus coming from Gauteng . The accident happened on the N1-24 at Engen Garage, approximately 1km from
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety wishes to alert motorists travelling along the N1, approximately 1km from 1Stop, that the southbound lane is temporarily closed following an accident involving a Toyota Quantum minibus.
Motorists are urged to reduce their speed, remain vigilant
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) advises motorists of a temporary full closure of the N3 (both directions) between Cato Ridge Interchange and Hammarsdale Interchange.
“The closure of the N3 is required for the demolition of the Harrison East Bridge (D157 overpass).
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
With the support of Engen, 50 learners with disabilities are taking the next step towards building careers in the Call Centre industry after successfully completing a year-long NQF Level 3 Call Centre learnership provided by iLearn.
The learners, based in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, will
14 Nov 2026 | From Arrive Alive
BodyCam footage & crime scene images withheld due to their graphic nature.
A taxi driver was shot and killed by four armed suspects during a robbery in the Number 5 area of Buffelsdraai - KZN, tonight (Friday 13/11/2026).
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received a call for assistance at