Man injured after being partially trapped under truck

Man injured after being partially trapped under truck

A man has been treated for fractures to his arm after being partially trapped under a truck on the N3, near the Ashburton off-ramp.

Medics try to free man trapped under truck
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Reports from the scene suggest the truck driver had stopped on the side of the highway, after having trouble with the heavy-duty vehicle.

The man went on to inspect the suspension of the heavy-duty vehicle before a shock absorber failed - crushing his arm.

On arrival, Netcare911 paramedics used specialised equipment to release the man trapped under the truck.

He was stabilised on scene and taken to hospital for further treatment.

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