WATCH| Deadly Drag Race Crash Kills One On Pretoria’s Steve Biko Road

One person has been killed and several others injured following a crash linked to an alleged illegal drag race on Steve Biko Road in Pretoria.

The fatal incident happened on Sunday evening, 3 May, in the Gezina area, a stretch long associated with dangerous street racing.

Illegal Drag Racing Crash On Steve Biko Road Turns Fatal

According to reports, a white Renault Kwid lost control during the suspected drag race and collided with a light-coloured sedan. The impact left one person dead at the scene, while multiple others sustained injuries.

Illegal drag racing has been an ongoing concern in the area, with residents repeatedly raising alarms over reckless behaviour on the road.

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Steve Biko Road Crash Sparks Outrage Among Residents

The crash has reignited frustration among locals, who say the road frequently turns into a racing strip, particularly on Sunday evenings.

Anti-crime activist Yusuf Abramjee shared footage of the incident, drawing attention to long-standing complaints about the gatherings that put both motorists and pedestrians at risk.

Community members and motorists are now urging authorities, including the Tshwane Metro Police, to clamp down on illegal racing and improve enforcement in the area.

With investigations expected to continue, residents insist urgent intervention is needed to prevent further loss of life on one of Pretoria’s most troubled roads.