The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) is currently on the scene of a horrific multi-vehicle accident on the M1 Northbound before the Glenhove Road off-ramp in Houghton Estate.
The accident occurred on Sunday morning, 4 January 2026, as thousands of motorists returned from their festive break.
Accident
Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department spokesperson Xolani Fihla said three motor vehicles were involved.
“Regrettably, currently two fatalities have been confirmed on-site. JMPD officers are present. Fire and Rescue services are currently en route to assist with reported entrapment in the wreckage.
”The M1 North is completely closed to traffic at 11th Avenue. All northbound lanes are blocked to allow emergency services to operate and facilitate accident investigations,” Fihla said.
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Alternate routes
Fihla advised motorists to avoid the M1 North between 11th Avenue and Glenhove Road.
“Expect heavy delays in the surrounding Houghton and Melrose areas. Use alternative routes such as Oxford Road, Louis Botha Avenue and Jan Smuts Avenue.
“The roadway is expected to remain closed for some time while the scene is cleared and processed. Please drive with caution, yield to approaching emergency vehicles, and follow the instructions of JMPD officers directing traffic at diversion points,” Fihla said.
*This is a developing story
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