𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝟏 𝐁𝐲𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬, 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐤𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐞

A 65‑seat cross-boader  bus was stopped on the N1 bypass adjacent to Peter Mokaba Stadium after officers observed a severe overload. The vehicle was carrying *117 occupants* – 1 driver, 101 passengers and 15 minors – *52 passengers beyond its legal capacity*.

The bus, en route from Gauteng to Malawi, became immobilised a short distance from the Polokwane weigh‑bridge while being redirected to the Provincial Traffic Control Centre (PTCC).

During the stop, the driver attempted to flee the scene. He was promptly intercepted, restrained and arrested by officers from the South African Police Service (SAPS) and Limpopo Traffic Officers.

The bus will remain at the PTCC until the excess passengers are removed and the prescribed fine is settled. Further investigations are underway.

Issued by the Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety.