Woman Killed In Four-Vehicle Crash On Durban’s M4 Near Hyper By The Sea

David Naidoo Published 9 hours ago

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A woman has died following a serious crash involving four vehicles on the M4 Ruth First Highway in Durban North on Tuesday morning, 13 October 2026.

The collision occurred on the northbound carriageway near Hyper by the Sea at approximately 08:45, according to information released by the Durban Metro Police Service.

Initial reports indicate that a bakkie travelling north overturned and landed in the path of oncoming traffic, resulting in a collision involving three other vehicles.

A woman travelling in one of the light motor vehicles sustained fatal injuries and was declared dead at the scene.

At least one of the vehicles caught fire following the collision. The eThekwini Fire Department responded and extinguished the blaze.

Emergency personnel from Durban Metro Police North, Search and Rescue, the South African Police Service (SAPS), the eThekwini Fire Department, ALS Paramedics and Life Response attended the scene.

Nine People Reportedly Injured

In addition to the fatality, nine people were reportedly injured in the crash. Injured occupants were treated at the scene before being transported to nearby medical facilities for further care.

The full extent of the injuries has not been detailed in the initial Metro Police update. However, emergency medical teams and other responders were dispatched to assist those involved.

Traffic Disruptions On The M4

The crash caused significant traffic disruption in the area. Motorists were advised to use alternative routes while emergency services worked at the scene.

Traffic was being diverted at Riverside, and drivers were urged to approach the area cautiously, remain patient and follow directions from law enforcement officers.

The southbound carriageway was also reported closed at the Riverside off-ramp while authorities continued working at the scene.