Several people, including a Nelson Mandela Bay traffic officer, received medical treatment on Saturday after a pile-up involving four vehicles on the M4 freeway.
Police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse Van Rensburg said a case of reckless and negligent driving was under investigation.
“It is alleged that a VW Polo experienced a mechanical problem and was stationary on the fast lane of the M4 freeway in the vicinity of North End.
“The traffic officer parked his [car] behind the vehicle to render the driver assistance.
“Another motor vehicle, a Toyota Land Cruiser, drove into the back of the traffic officer’s vehicle, causing the car to cross the freeway into oncoming traffic.
“The traffic officer’s vehicle collided with a Kia Picanto.
“All those involved in the accident received medical treatment."
Traffic services and licensing director Warren Prins said the traffic officer was in a stable condition at St George's Hospital.
“The officer was out of the car at the time but was injured in the process.
“He is now stable, but we are still monitoring him,” he said.
The Herald
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