In the early hours of Saturday morning, a devastating accident on the N3 Durban Bound near Pavilion has resulted in the loss of two lives.
The incident, which occurred just before 4 am, involved a collision between a light motor vehicle and a taxi, leading to a catastrophic outcome.
ALS Paramedics Medical Services swiftly responded to the scene, only to be met with scenes of total carnage.
The taxi, after colliding with the vehicle, rolled multiple times before finally coming to a rest on its wheels.
Tragically, two male occupants of the taxi, believed to be in their twenties, sustained severe injuries.
Despite the efforts of paramedics, there was nothing more that could be done, and both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene.
The aftermath of the collision necessitated the closure of the national highway for several hours, as authorities worked tirelessly to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragic crash. At present, the events leading up to the accident remain shrouded in uncertainty.
However, the South African Police Service (SAPS) were present at the scene and are committed to conducting a thorough investigation to shed light on the incident.
Authorities have urged anyone with information pertaining to the accident to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.