Durban – Three people have died and 12 others were seriously injured after a bus plunged 50 m from a bridge in Tongaat, KwaZulu-Natal.
KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma said the bus crash occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
“Our highly efficient team from the Road Traffic Inspectorate is currently redirecting traffic and emergency teams extracting one victim from the wreckage after a bus accident in Tongaat,” MEC Duma said.
“Based on our preliminary report, three people have died and twelve others injured after a bus plunged off the more than 50 m bridge in Maidstone Road.
“We express our deepest condolences to the families of the victims.
“Equally, we wish those who are injured a speedy recovery.”
The three deceased were women from Ward 62, Burbreez, Tongaat.
“In our interaction with traffic anchor Ayanda Msweli, most roads in the area have been affected, especially around Gopalall Hurbans Road,” said MEC Duma.
“We urge motorists to be patient as the scene is still active.
“Saving the injured, and recovery processes are underway.”
