N11 (Majuba Pass) crash claims the life of a truck driver
Although the road remains open, motorists travelling along the Majuba Pass are still requested to travel with extreme caution.
A truck driver has sadly died after his truck overturned and caught fire on the N11 (Majuba Pass) shortly after 14:00 today (Feb,20).
According to an official source close to the scene, it appears as if the driver might have lost control of his heavy motor vehicle, causing it to veer off the road near the Ingogo turn-off.
The truck overturned and caught fire.
Emergency personnel are currently at the scene, conducting the necessary investigations as well as to clear the road of any debris.
Although the road remains open, motorists travelling along the Majuba Pass are still requested to travel with extreme caution as there is a slight delay in traffic currently.
The Newcastle Advertiser wishes to extend its sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.
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