The accident scene. Photo: ER24

According to ER24 six people sustained minor to moderate injuries when a taxi and a car collided on the M19 near the R304 in Melkbosstrand last night.

“Approximately 8.30pm, an off duty ER24 paramedics was on her way home when she came across the collision. Upon assessment, she found that the taxi overturned during the collision. Two people sustained moderate injuries while four other sustained minor injuries. Further resources were called to the scene to assist.

The injured were treated on scene and later transported to a nearby hospital.

SAPS Melkbosstrand, Life Healthcare, Fire and Rescue as well as other services attended the scene.

The exact circumstances surrounding the collision is not yet known.”– ER24