Watch| Multi-Vehicle Crash on Solomon Mahlangu Drive Leaves Victim Severely Injured

A major crash occurred on Solomon Mahlangu Drive and Garsfontein Road, east of Pretoria, on the afternoon of Friday, 31 May 2024.

The incident involved multiple vehicles, with one car even ending up on top of another, as captured in a video supplied to SurgeZirc SA. The cause of the accident is still under investigation at the time of publication.

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Eyewitnesses at the scene described a chaotic series of events leading to the collision. One witness mentioned that it appeared as though several vehicles failed to stop at a traffic light, causing a domino effect.

Another observer noted that the road was particularly busy at the time, which may have contributed to the severity of the crash.

Emergency services were quick to respond to the scene. Paramedics, firefighters, and law enforcement officials arrived promptly to assist the injured and manage the situation.

Traffic was redirected to alternate routes, and authorities advised commuters to avoid the area while cleanup and investigations were underway.

While the exact cause of the accident remains unclear, authorities are conducting a thorough investigation.

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One person sustained critical injuries and was rapidly transported by a private ambulance to a nearby hospital. Fortunately, no one was trapped in the vehicle, and only a seat belt had to be cut to free one person.  Other patients were taken to Kloof and Pretoria East hospitals with minor to moderate injuries.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) is currently on the scene to investigate the cause of the accident. As of now, it remains unclear what led to the collision.