In a fortunate turn of events, two motorists emerged with minor injuries after a severe collision unfolded on Thursday, 31 August 2023, along Victoria Road, Newcastle.
The incident, which transpired shortly after 1 pm, serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cautious driving.
The collision occurred when the operator of a bakkie attempted to exit a business establishment on the busy road. According to the bakkie’s driver, before pulling out of the driveway, he looked to the right and confirmed the absence of any approaching traffic.
However, as he shifted his gaze to the left, an oncoming motorbike appeared, and he waited for it to pass before pulling out. When the motorcycle passed, the driver pulled out of the business premises, which is when the collision occurred.
Describing the scene, the driver of the car involved in the collision recounted, “I was coming up Victoria Road, I saw the bakkie in the driveway and as I was about to pass, he pulled out and with the momentum of the impact, my car went through the wall.”
Remarkably, neither of the motorists sustained grave injuries. The car driver did, however, mention the activation of her airbag and a degree of discomfort in one of her arms.
Rapid responses from emergency personnel swiftly followed. The combined efforts of the Newcastle Municipal traffic officials and Magenta Security ensured the prompt clearance of the accident site, preventing any significant disruption to the flow of traffic caused by the incident.
As investigators delve into the specifics of the accident, this event underscores the critical significance of vigilant driving practices.
Readers are encouraged to share their perspectives on the incident in the comment section below.
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Victoria Road is a disaster waiting to happen. Although there is a solid line all the way up to the intersection with impala Road, no one actually regard it as though. The traffic department knows it sees it and do nothing about it.