- A fatal crash on the N2 highway between Mthatha and Dutywa resulted in six deaths and three injuries.
- Details of the crash are still emerging, and the cause is currently unknown.
A fatal accident occurred on the N2 highway between Mthatha and Dutywa, claiming six lives and injuring three others.
Crash N2 between Mthatha and Dutywa kills six, three injured
The crash took place early Friday morning, though the exact details of what happened remain unclear.
Preliminary reports suggest a head-on collision between two vehicles, but this is yet to be confirmed.
The Road Traffic Management Centre has stated that the cause of the crash is under investigation.
Traffic in both directions has been heavily affected as emergency services work to clear the scene.
Motorists are advised to expect significant delays and to seek alternative routes if possible.
The Eastern Cape traffic department has yet to release an official statement, but they are expected to provide more details as the investigation progresses.
The identities of the victims have not yet been released, and authorities are working to notify their families.
This story is still developing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.