5 Dead, 2 Injured In Tragic Head-On Collision On M4 In Gqeberha

A devastating head-on collision between two SUVs claimed five lives and left two children injured on Friday evening, 31 October 2025, on the M4 road in Gqeberha.

According to Eastern Cape Department of Transport and Safety spokesperson Unathi Binqose, the crash occurred at approximately 17:30, along the stretch between Summerstrand and the N2 freeway.

“A Chevrolet Captiva SUV with four occupants, a male adult driver and his two children from Summerstrand, collided head-on with a Nissan Qashqai carrying four adult females, all of whom appeared to be retirees,” said Binqose.

All four women in the Qashqai were declared dead at the scene, along with the male driver of the Captiva. His two children survived the crash but were rushed to Livingston Provincial Hospital for medical treatment.

Authorities Investigate Cause of Fatal M4 Crash

Binqose confirmed that the main cause of the crash remains under investigation. A culpable homicide docket has been opened at Mount Road SAPS.

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Emergency services, including traffic officers and paramedics, attended the scene to assist with recovery efforts and clear the wreckage, which caused traffic disruptions for several hours.

“It’s a tragic loss, and we extend our deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives,” Binqose said.

Authorities have urged motorists to exercise extreme caution, especially on high-traffic routes such as the M4 corridor between Summerstrand and the N2.

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