Double Cab Bakkie Overturns on R410 Near Matyantya

Bakkie Found Off the Road

A double cab bakkie overturned on the R410 at Matyantya towards Lady Frere on Friday morning. The incident occurred at approximately 09:50, and emergency services responded to the scene shortly afterwards. The vehicle was found lying on its back on the side of the road, completely off the roadway.

According to information received, the bakkie had overturned and landed on its roof next to the road. No other vehicles were reported to be involved in the incident. The overturned vehicle did not block the road, and traffic continued to flow normally past the scene while authorities assessed the situation.

Emergency Services on Scene

Emergency responders and traffic officials were present to ensure safety around the area and to begin initial checks on the vehicle and surroundings. At the time of reporting, details regarding possible injuries were not yet confirmed, and no official statement on the cause of the rollover had been issued.

Motorists travelling on the R410 towards Lady Frere were advised to exercise caution when approaching the area, as emergency personnel were still on scene. While the accident did not affect the flow of traffic, drivers were encouraged to remain alert and pay attention to any instructions from officials working nearby.

Recovery Still Pending

The R410 is a commonly used road for travel between Komani and Lady Frere, and incidents along this route can cause concern for regular drivers. Recovery of the overturned bakkie is expected to take place once assessments are completed and it is safe to do so.

Authorities will continue to monitor the scene until the vehicle is removed.