Tragic Mortuary Vehicle Crash Claims Two Lives in Springs, Gauteng.
A devastating accident occurred on Clydesdale Road, Springs, in Gauteng, on March 20, 2025, at approximately 16h20, resulting in the loss of two lives.
According to eyewitnesses and authorities, the mortuary vehicle was transporting a deceased person's body when a family member requested the driver to pass by the location where their loved one had passed away. This request was allegedly made to allow the family to collect the deceased's spirit, in accordance with African cultural traditions.
Tragically, the driver lost control of the vehicle while attempting to accommodate the family's request. The mortuary vehicle crashed into a tree and burst into flames, claiming the lives of both the driver and the family member.
Upon arrival at the scene, Ekhurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) officers discovered the burnt-out mortuary vehicle, with the driver and the body it was transporting still inside. A second body was found next to a tree, and both victims were declared dead at the scene.
The EMPD has launched an investigation into the incident, and preliminary reports suggest that the vehicle lost control before crashing into the tree and catching fire.
This tragic incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution and adhere to traffic regulations at all times.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and loved ones of the victims.
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