Update

Update @ 14:50: The scene of the accident has been cleared.

KNYSNA NEWS - Police have confirmed that a total of seven vehicles were involved in the accident on the N2 between the George Rex Drive and Old Toll Road intersections.

The accident occurred around midday today, Tuesday 15 November, and involved a Coca-Cola delivery as well six other vehicles. Southern Cape police spokesperson Sergeant Chris Spies indicated that "emergency personnel are currently on scene".

He also clarified that three people sustained injuries and were taken to hospital by ambulance. 

"Reports available also indicate that two horses in a trailer of a Volkswagen Amarok at the time of the accident are also receiving attention," Spies said. "The N2 remains closed while the cargo of the delivery vehicle is being loaded onto another vehicle."

Local vets have also been dispatched to the scene to help deal with the horses, while another transport vehicle for the horses was sent from George. "The cause of the accident is yet to be established. A reckless and negligent driving docket was opened."

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