Cape Town – At least 28 people were killed in a bus accident on the N2 between East London and Butterworth on Monday afternoon, reports say.
According to News24, the bus driver, who was among the dead, was believed to have lost control, causing the bus to veer off the road and plunge 200 metres down a steep embankment.
The accident took place at Kei Cuttings, a few kilometers from the Kei Bridge.
The mountain pass with curves is notorious for accidents.
A Times Live report said that three children, 20 women, and five men, including the driver, were killed.
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At least 24 survivors were injured but chose not to be admitted to the hospital, the report said.
Another nine people were taken to the nearest hospitals, Frere Hospital and Life St Dominic’s Private Hospital in East London.
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula expressed his condolences on Twitter.
“The loss of life is tragic and brings untold suffering to families who have lost breadwinners and loved ones.”
“I convey my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and their loved ones,” tweeted Mbalula.
CONDOLENCES TO FAMILIES OF DECEASED IN KEI CUTTINGS CRASH
The loss of life is tragic and brings untold suffering to families who have lost breadwinners and loved ones. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and their loved ones. pic.twitter.com/J5h338YUll
— |Mr Fix (@MbalulaFikile) August 16, 2021
He added: “The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is conducting an investigation on the incident and will release a report once the investigation has been concluded.”
The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is conducting an investigation on the incident and will release a report once the investigation has been concluded. https://t.co/VvztupiHB0 pic.twitter.com/ol1luWDPMS
— |Mr Fix (@MbalulaFikile) August 16, 2021
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Compiled by Sinothando Siyolo
