Motorists travelling on Vickers Road between Heidelberg Road and the M2 are urged to seek alternative routes following a fatal collision earlier this Monday morning.
The incident, involving a side tipper truck and multiple other vehicles, has left the emergency services scrambling to respond.
Preliminary reports from the scene suggest that the tragedy unfolded when the side tipper truck lost control, careening into several cars and pedestrians along its path.
Eyewitnesses described a scene of chaos and horror as the massive vehicle plowed into unsuspecting motorists, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
Disturbing video footage captured at the scene offers a stark portrayal of the aftermath, revealing the harrowing sight of individuals trapped within overturned vehicles, purportedly struck by the out-of-control truck.
Among the debris and wreckage, a grim discovery was made — a lifeless body lying by the roadside.
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The accident occurred beneath the rail bridges on Vickers Road, transforming the thoroughfare into a scene of tragedy and sorrow.
As emergency crews work tirelessly to clear the roadway and attend to the injured, authorities have issued a stern advisory to motorists, urging them to steer clear of the affected stretch of Vickers Road.
With the cleanup effort expected to be prolonged and arduous, commuters are strongly advised to explore alternative routes to their destinations.
As investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident continue, our hearts go out to the victims and their loved ones affected by this senseless tragedy.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
Fatal crash on Vickers Road between the M2 and Heidelberg Road in City Deep pic.twitter.com/4vFZ6LipXN
— SA Trucker (@rsa_trucker) March 18, 2024
