ALBERTON – Eight people injured in N3 collision

Eight people were injured in a collision between a truck, taxi and light motor vehicle.

Shortly after 3pm on Saturday afternoon, paramedics from ER24 came across the collision while making their way back to the branch. Six people were found with minor injuries and two others with moderate to serious injuries. One person was found with multiple fractures and injuries. A medical helicopter was called to the scene to airlift the patient to a hospital in Johannesburg.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collision is not yet known. Local authorities attended the scene and will conduct an investigation.