Fatalities reported after horrific crash involving truck and two taxis on N7 near Dunoon
A serious crash involving a truck and two taxis on the N7 southbound near Du Noon has reportedly left multiple people dead and injured. One taxi overturned in the collision, with emergency services responding to the scene amid major traffic delays. The exact number of fatalities and injuries has yet to be confirmed by authorities.
A severe accident occurred on the N7 highway near Dunoon, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries, according to initial reports. The incident involved a truck and two taxis, with one taxi overturning during the collision. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene shortly after 08:20am, and a significant traffic build-up was observed along the N7 southbound as vehicles backed up.
WC Live Traffic and SaltTruckers shared a traffic alert highlighting the severity of the situation, noting that multiple fatalities and injuries had been reported. However, the exact numbers have not been officially confirmed by authorities. Motorists traveling towards Cape Town are advised to exercise caution and anticipate substantial delays while emergency personnel attend to the crash.
The N7 southbound was temporarily closed at Malibongwe, and no traffic was permitted to access the road from that point. City of Cape Town Traffic Services spokesperson Kevin Jacobs confirmed that the N7 southbound is currently closed at Malibongwe, urging motorists to seek alternative routes. Further details, including the exact circumstances leading to the collision, will be provided as more information becomes available from emergency services and police. This is a developing story.
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