The minibus, which was privately operated, was carrying children to several primary and secondary schools in the area. Authorities said the crash occurred at around 7 am during the busy morning travel period.
Johannesburg:
As many as 12 children were killed after a truck struck a school minibus in the southwest of Johannesburg in South Africa, AP reported citing officials. The incident happened on Monday in Gauteng province.ย Emergency services said most of the victims died instantly at the scene. Eleven children were pronounced dead shortly after the crash. Another child, who was rushed to hospital with serious injuries, later died during treatment.
The minibus, which was privately operated, was carrying children to several primary and secondary schools in the area. Authorities said the crash occurred at around 7 am during the busy morning travel period.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the accident.ย
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