Picture: Two Ford Rangers involved in a head-on collision
By OBAKENG MAJE
11 July 2025- The police in Northern Cape said they are investigating a culpable homicide case. This comes after five people died in a horrible car accident on N18 road between Magogong village and Taung.
According to the Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane, two Silver Ford Double Cab Rangers were allegedly involved in a head-on collision. Shemane said the incident took place at 1:39pm. Shemane said four people, who were traveling in one of the Ford Rangers (a man aged 63, woman aged 56 and two girls aged 8 and 16) died on the scene.
“In the other Ford Ranger, a driver (22) died on the scene. The deceased were declared dead on the scene by paramedics. Police investigations continue to determine the cause of the accident.
“Anyone who might have information that can assist the police with their investigation can contact Hartswater SAPS on 053 474 2087 or on 053 474 2155 or call SAPS crime stop number on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS App. All information will be treated confidentially,” he said.
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