Five killed and two injured in horrific crash on the N3 near Ladysmith

[News]

24 December 2023

A short while ago IPSS Medical Rescue received reports of a motor vehicle collision on the N3 near Ladysmith.

On arrival, paramedics were met with a horrific scene where two vehicles had collided at high speed.

Sadly, it was established that the single occupant of one vehicle was deceased.

When assessing those in the second vehicle it was discovered that a child had sustained critical injuries and an adult had sustained moderate injuries.

The patients were stabilised on scene and transported to nearby facilities for further care by another service.

Sadly, four other occupants of the second vehicle were declared deceased.

Our condolences to the friends and family of the deceased.

SAPS are on scene and will be investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.