One person has been killed and several others have been injured in a pile-up involving 25 vehicles in Thohoyandou

One person died after a multi-vehicle accident on P277/1 road near Khoroni Hotel in Thohoyandou, Venda on Friday.

According to the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety, a Scania bus lost control and collided with a minibus, resulting in a multi-vehicle pile-up involving 25 vehicles at around 8am on Friday.

Unfortunately, a pedestrian was killed after being hit by the Toyota minivan.

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Limpopo MEC for Transport Susani Violet Mathye has sent her condolences to the victim’s family.

The driver of the minibus suffered serious injuries, while five others suffered moderate injuries and six sustained minor injuries.

All patients were transported to Tshilidzini Hospital for medical attention.

“The MEC (member of the Executive Council) extends his sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased at this difficult time,” her department said.

“The quick response of emergency services and law enforcement officers is commendable as they worked tirelessly to rescue and treat the injured.

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“While the department investigates the cause of this tragic incident, this serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible driving. The MEC urges all road users to exercise caution, adhere to speed limits and maintain safe following distances to prevent such tragedies.”

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Although the scene of the accident has been cleared, the department has urged motorists to drive carefully.

“Please drive safely and use caution when driving through the area,” it said.

Last month, 10 passengers were killed in a bus accident at 3 Miles on the N1 near Makhado. The bus was on its way to Johannesburg from Zimbabwe.

According to reports, the bus drove through a roundabout at high speed, at the last roundabout from Makhado towards Polokwane. It lost control and overturned, killing and injuring the passengers.

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“The bus driver is reportedly new to the position and unfamiliar with the area,” said spokesperson Tidimalo Chuene.