Seven people, including a minor, have tragically died in a crash on the N2 near Bhisho/Bulembu Airport outside Qonce.
QONCE, Eastern Cape - Seven people have been killed in a car crash on the N2 near Bhisho/Bulembu Airport outside Qonce on Wednesday.
Those killed include a minor.
According to the Eastern Cape government, it is alleged that a Toyota Hilux bakkie carrying six occupants collided with the side of a Mercedes-Benz sedan before proceeding to crash into another bakkie, a Nissan Navara.
Five occupants of the Hilux and both occupants of the Nissan Navara died at the scene.
The three occupants of the Mercedes-Benz survived, with two sustaining injuries and subsequently transported to Grey Hospital for medical treatment.
Eastern Cape MEC for Transport, Xolile Nqatha, has expressed deep sadness following a fatal crash.
"We are deeply saddened by this tragic loss of life on our roads," Nqatha said.
"We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased and wish a speedy recovery to those injured. This devastating incident is yet another reminder to all road users to exercise maximum caution, patience, and responsible behaviour at all times.”