Midlands EMS crews came across an accident on the N3 southbound just before Peter Brown Avenue in Pietermaritzburg.
On arrival it was established that one car and a truck were involved in the initial accident.
Midlands EMS crews immediately began assessing the scene and patients when, whilst in attendance, a secondary accident occurred involving a truck, an RTI vehicle, a towing vehicle, along with several other vehicles.
The scene quickly escalated, requiring additional caution and coordination between emergency services to ensure the safety of all involved.
Two people sustained moderate injuries and were treated on scene by Midlands EMS paramedics before being transported to a nearby hospital for further medical care.
All other patients were assessed on scene.
Authorities were in attendance and are investigating the cause of both incidents….
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