Three people have tragically lost their lives and four others sustained serious injuries following a devastating head on collision on the R614 towards Bambshela on Saturday afternoon.
KZN VIP Emergency Medical Services, together with other emergency service providers, were dispatched to the scene after reports of a major motor vehicle collision.
Upon arrival, paramedics were met with a scene of absolute devastation. Four critically injured patients required extensive Advanced Life Support (ALS) intervention. Emergency medical teams worked rapidly to stabilize the patients at the scene before transporting them under urgent conditions to nearby medical facilities for further treatment.
Despite the best efforts of emergency personnel, three patients sustained fatal injuries and were sadly declared deceased on scene.
Due to the severity of the collision, the roadway was temporarily closed while emergency services conducted rescue operations, treated the injured, and cleared the scene.
The exact circumstances leading up to the collision remain unknown at this stage and will form part of an investigation by the South African Police Service (SAPS).
KZN VIP extends its sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased and wishes those injured a full and speedy recovery.
KZN VIP Emergency Control Centre
031 502 3456
067 712 7976
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