Two people have tragically lost their lives and multiple others have been injured following a serious collision between a minibus taxi and a light motor vehicle on the North Coast Road earlier this evening.
The incident occurred at the corners of North Coast Road and Effingham Road at approximately 18:30 on Monday, 22 September 2025. Emergency services, including KZN VIP Medical Response, were dispatched to the scene immediately after receiving multiple calls from the public.
Upon arrival, paramedics found a scene of significant damage. Two individuals, whose identities have not yet been released, were declared deceased at the scene. Several other patients from both vehicles sustained injuries ranging from moderate to serious.
“Our teams worked swiftly to stabilise the injured on scene before they were transported to nearby hospitals for further medical care. Our thoughts are with the families of the deceased and those affected by this tragic event,” KZN VIP Medical Response Spokesperson said.
The scene remains active as authorities, including South African Police Service (SAPS) officials, attend to the victims and conduct preliminary investigations into the cause of the collision. The exact circumstances leading to the crash are still under investigation.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area as traffic is severely impacted, with significant delays expected for the next several hours. Authorities have urged the public to use alternative routes.
KZN VIP Medical Response has commended the collaborative effort of all emergency services at the scene.
