Male tourist dies after crashing into tree in Kruger Park

Four other passengers sustained minor injuries and were treated on the scene.


A male day visitor died and four others were injured in an accident in the Kruger National Park on Saturday.

SANParks on Sunday night confirmed the death, which occurred in the Punda Maria section. The accident occurred on the Dzundwini gravel road.

Early indications were that the driver lost control and drove into a tree.

Four other passengers sustained minor injuries and were treated on the scene.

“SANparks extends heartfelt condolences to all affected and wishes the injured a speedy recovery. Further investigations into the cause of the accident will be conducted by the SAPS.”

More information was to be given as soon as it became available.

The identity of the victim was not immediately revealed.

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