The Western Cape Mobility Department has sounded the alarm over a harrowing start to the festive season, recording a shocking 28 fatalities on provincial roads in the first week of December, reports Cape town Etc .
This critical window, stretching from the 1st to the 7th, witnessed a total of 21 fatal crashes, reflecting a concerning trend that has officials urging heightened caution among all road users.
Among those tragically lost, pedestrians accounted for the highest number of fatalities, with 12 individuals falling victim to road incidents.
