Fatal crash on the R76 highway outside Viljoenskroon
09 November 2025 | From Arrive Alive
A devastating accident occurred on the R76 highway outside Viljoenskroon, resulting in the loss of lives and multiple injuries.
According to reports, a 7-seater vehicle was traveling from a church service in Kroonstad to Sasolburg when the accident occurred. The incident has resulted in the following casualties:
- *Adults:*
- 1 Moderately Injured
- 1 Slightly Injured
- *Children:*
- 2 Critically Injured
- 3 Moderately Injured
- 3 Slightly Injured
- 3 Declared dead on scene
Emergency services and law enforcement agencies are on the scene, providing assistance and investigating the incident. Patients are being transported to PAX community health centre in Viljoenskroon and Boitumelo Hospital in Kroonstad for medical attention.
"We regret to report that a fatal accident occurred outside Viljoenskroon on the R76, resulting in the loss of lives and multiple injuries," said Mr. SS Towa, Free State Department of Health: EMS.
The Department of Health and Emergency Services extends its condolences to the families of the deceased and wishes a speedy recovery to those injured.
Further information will be released as more details become available.
Contact:
Free State Department of Health: EMS
Mr. SS Towa
South African Police Service
Free State Department of Health
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