Ekurhuleni finance MMC Nkululeko Dunga is among several people injured after an accident on the R21 that left one person dead.
The accident happened on the R21 south just before the Pomona off-ramp on Monday night, according to the mayor's office.
“The collision involved four vehicles, one of which belonged to council. Dunga was seated in one of the vehicles and sustained serious injuries,” the mayor's office said.
“The rapid response from the Ekurhuleni metropolitan police department's freeway unit ensured all crucial accident protocols and emergency procedures were meticulously and promptly administered.
“We are saddened to confirm this unfortunate incident resulted in several injuries and a tragic loss of life. The injured parties have been transported to hospital, where they are receiving medical attention.”
Police are investigating the circumstances around the accident.
Dunga is also EFF Gauteng chairperson.
This is a developing story
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One dead, several injured in R21 crash, including Ekurhuleni finance MMC Nkululeko Dunga
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Ekurhuleni finance MMC Nkululeko Dunga is among several people injured after an accident on the R21 that left one person dead.
The accident happened on the R21 south just before the Pomona off-ramp on Monday night, according to the mayor's office.
“The collision involved four vehicles, one of which belonged to council. Dunga was seated in one of the vehicles and sustained serious injuries,” the mayor's office said.
“The rapid response from the Ekurhuleni metropolitan police department's freeway unit ensured all crucial accident protocols and emergency procedures were meticulously and promptly administered.
“We are saddened to confirm this unfortunate incident resulted in several injuries and a tragic loss of life. The injured parties have been transported to hospital, where they are receiving medical attention.”
Police are investigating the circumstances around the accident.
Dunga is also EFF Gauteng chairperson.
This is a developing story
TimesLIVE
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