'Scholar transport driver was drunk': 12 learners injured in Joburg crash
The white minibus Toyota Quantum, operating as scholar transport, was allegedly attempting to overtake another vehicle when the driver lost control, resulting in the collision.
Image: JMPD
A scholar transport driver was arrested by the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) officers after a crash where 12 learners were injured.
Superintendent Xolani Fihla, JMPD spokesperson, said on Monday morning, officers responded to a serious single-vehicle accident on Westpark Drive in Montgomery Park, Randburg.
“A white minibus Toyota Quantum, operating as scholar transport, was allegedly attempting to overtake another vehicle when the driver lost control, resulting in the collision,” said Fihla.
“Twelve learners sustained injuries and were transported to various medical facilities for attention.”
The driver of the Toyota Quantum was found to be under the influence of alcohol.
“He has been arrested and will be detained at Sophiatown SAPS. He faces charges of reckless and negligent driving and driving under the influence of alcohol,” said Fihla.
On Monday, IOL reported that a serious accident occurred on the M1 highway in Booysens, involving a bus and six other vehicles near Booysens Road.
“Multiple injuries have been reported. However, there are no confirmed fatalities at this time,” said Fihla.
“Preliminary information suggests the bus was travelling south on the M1 towards the Booysens Road off-ramp when a passenger reportedly had an altercation with the driver, and (the passenger) grabbed the steering wheel.”
Preliminary information suggests the a passenger grabbed the steering wheel of the bus on the M1 highway during an altercation with the driver.
Image: JMPD
The bus subsequently lost control, veered off the M1 South, crossed the barricades and median, and collided with vehicles on the M1 North.
“Law enforcement officials are on the scene. The M1 North is currently closed to traffic at Booysens Road, causing significant disruptions,” said Fihla.
“Motorists are advised to use Crownwood Road or Xavier Street as alternative routes from the M1 North.”
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