A devastating accident occurred on the N1 highway, resulting in the closure of the road in the vicinity just after Louis Trichardt, heading towards Musina on the morning of Friday, September 8, 2023.
According to eye witnesses who were present at the scene, the incident unfolded as an articulated truck, travelling from the Musina direction, tragically collided with a cross-border minibus taxi.
Early reports suggest that the truck experienced a brake failure, contributing to the collision.
Regrettably, there have been unconfirmed reports of multiple fatalities as a consequence of this harrowing accident.
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This is a developing story, and further updates will follow as more information becomes available.