Cape Town – A motorcyclist sustained critical injuries in a collision with a taxi on the N3 near Balgowan in KwaZulu-Natal Midlands on Thursday.
Midlands EMS Howick crews responded to the scene where the taxi was already involved in a separate accident.
Upon arrival, emergency responders found the motorbike rider in a severe condition and in need of urgent advanced life support.
“A decision was made to call in an aeromedical helicopter from Netcare 911 to airlift the patient to a Level 1 trauma hospital for further care,” Midlands EMS said.
Authorities were present at the scene to manage the situation and provide necessary support.
The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.
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Compiled by Betha Madhomu