Three Limpopo matrics die in car crash
The police in the Western Cape are investigating cases of culpable homicide after three grade 12 pupils from Limpopo died in a car accident on Saturday.
The grade 12 pupils were traveling on the N2 near George when the driver lost control of the vehicle.
Police spokesperson Malcom Pojie says the vehicle veered of the road and came to a halt in a field adjacent to the main road.
“All the occupants were swung out of the vehicle during impact."
A fourth occupant survived the car accident while autopsies are underway to determine the cause of death of the three friends.
Hoërskool Ben Viljoen issued a statement on Sunday, conveying the school’s condolences.
The three friends have been identified as JG Greyling, Stiaan Grobler and Conrad Meiring.
“It's a sad day with the loss of these young men. Learners for whom adventure was part of their way of life. With a smile they took on life. Each with his own future dreams and ideals. Always well-mannered and in their place, reliable on various areas.
“Our hearts go out to their families. Words shoot too short, but these learners will live on in all of our hearts,” reads the statement from Hoërskool Ben Viljoen.
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