JOHANNESBURG - An accident involving two heavy-duty trucks and a private motor vehicle has caused congestion across the Johannesburg freeway network.
Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla said only two lanes are currently open on the M1 North toward the Crown Interchange.
He added that motorists should expect severe delays on the M1 North, M1 South, and M2 West.
According to Fihla, the accident on the M1 North at the Crown Interchange happened at approximately 15:40 on Monday.
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He said preliminary reports indicate that the private vehicle became wedged between the two trucks during the collision.
"Two individuals from the private vehicle, the driver and a passenger sustained serious injuries. Both have been stabilised and transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention."
Fihla said the cause of the accident is unknown and that a case of reckless and negligent driving will be opened for further investigation.
In the meantime, he has advised motorists to use alternative routes.
He said M2 Chain back toward the M1 North. Other alternative routes include:
- Northbound: Use Booysens Road.
- Westbound: Consider using local roads through Selby and Fordsburg to bypass the interchange.