Eight killed in two-vehicle crash on N17 in Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash

Eight killed in two-vehicle crash on N17 in Mpumalanga

Eight people have been killed in a collision between two sedans on the N17 near Ermelo in Mpumalanga. 

The victims include six adults and two minors.

Both drivers died, along with six passengers in one of the vehicles.

The crash happened shortly after 1:00 am on Sunday.

The Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety is investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Meanwhile, the Mpumalanga MEC for Community Safety, Jackie Macie, has urged motorists to exercise caution when using the road.

Emergency personnel are still at the scene of the crash.