One person has been killed following a collision between a taxi and a light vehicle in Ballito on Saturday afternoon.
CCTV footage of the accident has been making the rounds on social media.
In the video, a red car can be seen making a turn at a busy intersection in Ballito, whilst a taxi speedily approaches the intersection and smashes into the light motor vehicle.
According to a statement released by IPSS medical rescue who were called to the scene, the incident took place on Saturday afternoon.
“It is believed that the taxi was traveling towards the N2 when a light motor vehicle turning right towards the Lifestyle centre, collided at the intersection. Following the impact the taxi veered on to the pavement colliding with a pedestrian,” it said in the statement.
The medical team reported that a woman was found in a critical condition and later succumbed to her injuries on the scene.
“A further 4 occupants sustained moderate injuries and were transported to hospital for further care.”
A case of culpable homicide is being investigated by Umhlali SAPS.
"The circumstances surrounding the accident are under investigation," said police spokesperson Colonel Thembeka Mbele.
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