Meyerton Accident Claims Lives Of 3 Children : The Midvaal Local Municipality (MLM) confirmed on Wednesday morning, May 29, that three children lost their lives in a tragic accident that occurred on Tuesday afternoon on Pierneef Boulevard in Kookrus. The accident involved two transit vehicles: a minibus taxi transporting children and a sedan. In addition to the fatalities, ten people sustained injuries, including employees of a security company, the driver of the sedan, and several children.
Emergency response at the scene was swift, with helicopters and ambulances transporting the injured to various hospitals. Pierneef Boulevard was temporarily closed to traffic but has since been reopened. “Our thoughts and sympathies are with the families who have lost loved ones in this tragic event. We also wish a speedy and full recovery for all the injured,” said Mayor Peter Teixeira of the Midvaal Local Municipality in a statement.
Mayor Teixeira, along with members of his mayoral committee and councilors, visited the scene of the accident on Tuesday. The police are currently investigating the incident to determine the exact cause. “Further details will be announced as soon as they are available,” the mayor’s office stated. This tragic accident underscores the importance of road safety and highlights the devastating impact of such incidents on the community. The Midvaal Local Municipality extends its support to all those affected and remains committed to ensuring the safety of its residents.