Tragic Bus Accident in Johannesburg: 12 Dead, 45 Injured

At least 12 people died and 45 were injured when a bus overturned on a highway near Johannesburg. Emergency services are working to recover victims trapped under the vehicle. The cause of the crash is under investigation, with no other vehicles involved.

In a tragic turn of events, a bus accident in Johannesburg has claimed the lives of at least 12 people and left 45 injured. Emergency services reported the bus overturned on a highway near the city's O.R. Tambo International Airport.

According to William Nthladi, a spokesperson for Ekurhuleni Emergency Management, crews are working hard to lift the bus and check if any victims remain trapped. The bus, transporting individuals from Katlehong township, was found lying on its side near the highway's edge.

Nine men and three women died at the scene, and two bodies are reportedly still trapped. With questions lingering about the cause of the crash, police have launched an investigation as the driver and other victims receive medical care.

(With inputs from agencies.)