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Five children among eight killed in N2 crash near Scottburgh

Jolene Marriah-Maharaj|Published

Eight people,, including children lost their lives in a crash on the N2 near Scottburgh.

Image: Ipss Medical Rescue

Eight people were killed in a horror crash on the N2 late on Sunday night near Scottburgh. 

According to IPSS Medical Rescue, the crash involved a light motor vehicle and a truck on the northbound carriage. 

Spokesperson Samantha Meyrick said the crash took place before 10 pm. 

She said a Hyundai H100 crashed into the back of a truck. 

"Eight people died on the scene, and two were in a critical condition." 

Meyrick said five of the deceased were children. 

*This is a developing story, and more details will be added once received*

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