BREAKING: Runaway Zambian truck causes chaos on N3 Durban bound before Mariannhill Toll Plaza! Multiple vehicles hit,

A serious crash involving a runaway truck has been reported on the N3 Durban bound just before the Mariannhill Toll Plaza this Friday morning.
According to early information from the scene, a Zambian-registered truck allegedly lost braking power while travelling downhill towards Durban. The heavy vehicle is believed to have gained speed before ploughing into multiple vehicles in its path.

The out-of-control truck reportedly first collided with another truck before crashing into several smaller vehicles. It eventually came to a stop in the middle of the roadway, leaving debris scattered across multiple lanes.
Emergency services and traffic authorities rushed to the scene, with lane closures implemented to allow rescue and recovery operations to take place. The full extent of injuries has not yet been confirmed, and authorities are still assessing the condition of those involved.

Traffic on the N3 Durban bound has been severely affected, with long delays already building up as responders work to secure the scene. Motorists, especially truckers heading downhill towards Mariannhill, are urged to reduce speed, keep a safe following distance, and be prepared for sudden stops.

This is a developing story, and more information will be shared as it becomes available.

Multiple truck collision on the N3 inbound, just before Marianhill Toll.https://t.co/B7BcWdMdeN#ArriveAlive #RoadSafety @DBNMetroPolice pic.twitter.com/LuzB0DoNS2

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