Truck driver dies after crashing into a bridge on the N1

A truck driver has died after the heavy motor vehicle, allegedly swayed and drove off the road, crashing into a bridge on the side of the road on the N1, in the direction of Cape Town, between the Klapmuts and Klipheuwel turn offs. The driver in the truck with a double trailer was on his way to Cape Town when the incident occurred.

‘’The call for assistance came through at 05:12. Bystanders witnessed the truck swaying and eventually driving off the road and crashing into a bridge on the side of the road.’’ Said the EMS’ Deanna Bessick.

PICTURE: WCGH's EMS

‘’Unfortunately, the truck driver died on the scene. EMS Rescue had to use Jaws of Life to extricate the patient. A crane and two rescue vehicles assisted with the operation.’’ Bessick added.

 

PICTURE: WCGH's EMS

Done By: Mitchum George