Videos of an alleged drag racing event that took place over the weekend in Umgeni Road, Durban, have been circulating on social media.
Illegal drag races have been taking place on the road for years, according to some local social media users. In one clip, a vehicle is seen spinning on a busy road before being hit by a speeding car as bystanders flee for safety.
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According to additional reports, three people were injured as a result of the incident, with two of them suffering serious injuries. Members of the public alerted Durban Metro Police to the illegal event. Everyone had dispersed by the time they arrived at the scene.
Illegal drag racing: Umgeni Road and Intersite Avenue, Durban. Vehicles crash ploughing into a crowd of spectators late last night. Three injured. Drag racing has been carrying on for years along this road. pic.twitter.com/5LiDj1Yc5d
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