’Marafaele Mohloboli
Police are investigating the cause of a horrific car-crash that claimed the lives of six passengers on Tuesday morning in Mafeteng.
According to police spokesperson Clifford Molefe, the six died on the scene of the horror crash.
“A Regius vehicle is meant to carry seven passengers but this one had 19 on board. A tyre burst and the vehicle overturned, killing the six passengers instantly,” said Senior Inspector Molefe.
The vehicle was ferrying passengers from Mohale’s Hoek to Mafeteng and according to Senior Inspector Molefe, three adults and three children aged five, seven and twelve, perished in the crash.
“Two boys, a girl and three adults died on the spot. Six passengers were admitted at Mafeteng Hospital, four at Queen ’Mamohato Memorial Hospital with very serious injuries while one was transferred to Bloemfontein in a very critical condition,” he said.
Senior Inspector Molefe said police had already started mounting roadblocks in a bid to ensure an accident-free Easter holiday. The holiday is set for 25-28 March.
“We are going to strengthen police patrols and do more stop-and-search operations for weapons and other illegal substances.”
He appealed to motorists to respect fellow road-users and avoid using drugs as well as drinking and driving.
“People should not drink and drive and they should also rest before embarking on long journeys. They should also avoid using energy-boosting drinks.”
