Three people died in an accident

Mluleki Mrwebi

30 June 2012

A head-on collision in the Free State leaves three people dead.

The accident occurred on the N1 about 30-kilometres from Bloemfontein early this morning, when a car collided with a truck.

The car burst into flames after the crash.

Paramedics say the driver managed to escape from the burning wreck with serious injuries.

Netcare 911`s Jeff Wicks says three passengers were burnt beyond recognition.

Wicks also said that the two drivers were rushed to the Pelonomi Hospital.