JUST IN: Truck crash and diesel spillage cause total road closure of N1

-
Image
JOHANNESURG - Following the earlier motor vehicle accident involving two trucks on the N1 South before Maraisburg Road, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has confirmedt that all lanes of the N1 South are closed to traffic. According to JMPD, this closure is necessary to allow emergency personnel to safely manage the scene and clear the diesel spillage and overturned vehicle. "Three slight injuries have been reported, and one of the trucks has overturned, spilling diesel. Emergency personnel and Law Enforcement are on scene, and initially, three lanes were affected and closed off, causing heavy delays. "All lanes of the N1 South are currently closed before Maraisburg Road. Vehicles are being diverted at Gordon Road. Significant and heavy traffic congestion is being experienced on the N1 South and surrounding areas," said JMPD. The estimated time for the scene to be cleared and the N1 South to be reopened is approximately 4 hours. Motorists...
Post a Comment

April Fools? University of Venda set to host WWE Superstar Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson tomorrow

-
LIMPOPO - The University of Venda (UNIVEN) is set to make history as the WWE Final Boss Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is set to grace the campus tomorrow, Thursday, 3 April.

"We are excited to announce that the one and only Dwayne The Rock Johnson will be visiting the University of Venda on Thursday, 3 April 2025 at 09:00," the University announced yesterday, 1 April (April Fools Day).

Hosted at the UNIVEN Research Conference Centre, The People's Champion will grace UNIVEN for the purpose of giving an inspiring talk about overcoming obstacles, staying motivated, and the power of hard work in achieving success.
According to the University, he will also share his journey from wrestling to Hollywood and how persistence and passion have shaped his career.

"Don't miss this rare chance to learn from the People's Champ himself. Seats are limited, so make sure to arrive early and bring your notepad," the University said.

NB: It is unclear whether the visit is true or not since it was posted on April Fools Day (1 April).

This is a developing story.


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

GRAPHIC: Suspect loses leg during Cash-in-transit truck bombing

-
Image
GAUTENG - A suspect reportedly lost their leg after a botched cash-in-transit heist on the East Rand. It is reported that the suspect bombed himself, while attempting to blast the cash truck in Thokoza Park in the wee hours of Tuesday, 6 May. It's reported that the suspect succumbed to his injuries while his accomplices vanished after the incident. An official statement is yet to be released by the SAPS or Cash Solutions company involved. This is a developing story.
Read more

GRAPHIC: Pitbull stabbed to death after attacking its owners, injuring four family members

-
Image
DURBAN - A family Pitbull was stabbed in the chest after it attacked four members of a family aged between 10 and 76. Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) received several  frantic calls for immediate assistance from residents from Tottenham Road in Parkgate about. 17:41 on Friday afternoon.  Reaction Officers and Paramedics converged on the scene and  found four people that had suffered extensive injuries and blood loss after being attacked by a 2.5 year old Pitbull named Patches. Paramedics stabalized and expedited the injured to a local hospital.  Reaction Officers found Patches on the premise with a stab wound to the chest. The Pitbull was still breathing and immediate assistance was sought from the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) to assist the animal.  According to witnesses, the family was preparing meals to break fast when the Pitbull attacked the 10 year old child. The father, grandfather and mother attempted to stop the ...
Read more

JUST IN: Truck crash and diesel spillage cause total road closure of N1

-
Image
JOHANNESURG - Following the earlier motor vehicle accident involving two trucks on the N1 South before Maraisburg Road, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has confirmedt that all lanes of the N1 South are closed to traffic. According to JMPD, this closure is necessary to allow emergency personnel to safely manage the scene and clear the diesel spillage and overturned vehicle. "Three slight injuries have been reported, and one of the trucks has overturned, spilling diesel. Emergency personnel and Law Enforcement are on scene, and initially, three lanes were affected and closed off, causing heavy delays. "All lanes of the N1 South are currently closed before Maraisburg Road. Vehicles are being diverted at Gordon Road. Significant and heavy traffic congestion is being experienced on the N1 South and surrounding areas," said JMPD. The estimated time for the scene to be cleared and the N1 South to be reopened is approximately 4 hours. Motorists...
Read more