Seven students and driver taken to hospital after van crash

A passenger van carrying school children reportedly crashed at Gomea on Monday afternoon.

SEARCHLIGHT has confirmed that seven students and the driver were taken to the hospital after the crash.

None of the injuries appear to be life threatening, SEARCHLIGHT understands.

The van was reportedly travelling down Gomea Hill when it lost control.

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