Accident on the R707 claims five lives

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Free State
 

MARQUARD – At least five people their lost their lives on R707 between Marquard and Senekal when two sedan vehicles from Lesotho and South Africa were involved in a head-on collision. Three women and two men died instantly on the scene.

It’s alleged that on Friday, 23 August 2024 at about 21:56 Marquard police attended accident on R707 between Marquard and Senekal which involved two vehicles,  a black BMW with Lesotho registration number plates with a male driver and a white KIA with registration with GP registration had male driver and three women passengers. A total of five people were declared dead on the scene. A case of culpable homicide is being investigated.

Any person who might have lost their relative or next of kin can contact Marquard Station Commander, Warrant Officer Chaotsane at 082 466 8266.
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