Police Officer and 5 Inmates Die in Limpopo Crash, Several Injured As SAPS Vehicle and Truck Collide

• A police officer and several inmates were killed in a crash on the R101 South near Mookgophong, Limpopo
• The inmates were being transported from Mookgopong to court in Naboomspruit when the crash happened
• The road remains closed as emergency medical services attend to the scene and treat the injured

Briefly News journalist Byron Pillay has dedicated a decade to reporting on the South African political landscape, crime, and social issues. He spent 10 years working for the Northern Natal Courier before transitioning to online journalism.

LIMPOPO – At least six people have been confirmed dead in a tragic accident in Naboomspruit, Limpopo.

A police officer and five inmates were declared dead after a crash involving a South African Police Service (SAPS) vehicle and a truck. The inmates were being transported from Mookgopong in the Waterberg District to court in Naboomspruit.

Road closed as emergency services attend to the scene

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According to preliminary reports, at least 11 people have been injured in the crash. The road, which is part of the R101 South near Mookgophong, has been closed, and motorists have been advised to avoid the area.

Emergency services are currently on the scene, and a Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) aircraft is expected to land shortly to provide further medical assistance.

*This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.

Source: Briefly News