UPDATE | At least five killed in N3 crash

JOHANNESBURG - At least five people have died following a multi-vehicle crash on the N3 between the Frankfort/Vrede Interchange and Wilge Plaza in the Free State.

A stop/go measure has been implemented to allow traffic to flow on the northbound carriageway.

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The Southbound lanes towards Durban remain closed to traffic.

Motorists are encouraged to practice caution as they travel home from holiday destinations.

Watch the video above for more details.