MBOMBELA – Two separate bus accidents occurred yesterday, September 16, in the City of Mbombela, leaving multiple people injured and sparking concerns about road safety in the city.
In the first incident, a three-vehicle collision involving a Buscor bus, a minibus taxi, and a VW Polo hatchback, happened on the R40 near Riverside.
According to reports, the accident allegedly occurred when the taxi turned right at a red traffic light without stopping, colliding with the sedan before hitting the bus. Over 10 people were injured, including the minibus taxi driver and the VW Polo driver, who sustained serious injuries.
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The second accident involved a single-vehicle bus accident on the R538 between Mganduzweni and White River.
According to Moeti Mmusi, spokesperson for the Department of Community Safety and Security Liaison, at least four people sustained minor to moderate injuries after the bus experienced mechanical issues, causing some passengers to be flung from the windows.
“Fortunately, no fatalities were reported in either incident,” he said. Moeti added that an investigation has been launched into both accidents to determine their causes.
