Tributes pour in for teenage friends killed in horror Brackenfell car crash
The victims have been identified as Adrian Le Roux (15), Kiara-Joy Daniels (16), Perth Eksteen (17), and Daniel Jansen van Rensburg.
The crash has sent shockwaves through their communities, with messages of grief and support flooding social media platforms and local schools.
According to Titanium Securitas, one of the first emergency services to arrive at the scene, the vehicle the teens were travelling in collided with a tree and caught fire.
'Two other patients were also found on scene with serious injuries and were treated and stabilised on scene before being transported to nearby hospitals,' a spokesperson for the company confirmed.
The exact cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Local authorities have yet to release further details.
Trauma counsellors and grief support services have been made available to affected families, classmates, and friends.
Fairmont High School took to social media to share tributes to Perth and Daniel.
'We are incredibly saddened by the loss of Perth Eksteen, a vibrant and unforgettable Grade 12 student. Perth was full of energy, confidence, and spirit. Never one to go unnoticed. His bold presence, sense of humour, and sharp wit left a lasting impression on his peers and teachers alike. He brought life into every space he entered and will be sorely missed.
'We also honour the memory of Daniel Jansen van Rensburg, a past pupil who continued to proudly represent Fairmont on the rugby field, after transitioning to homeschooling. Daniel's passion for the sport and his quiet determination made him a valued teammate and friend,' the school said.
In a post on Facebook, Monument Park High School described Adrian as someone whose presence 'presence brought light, laughter, and kindness to those around him. Losing someone so young is a profound tragedy, and our hearts go out to his family, friends, classmates, and teachers during this incredibly difficult time.'
Kiara-Joy's former school Sarepta Secondary School – SSS, also paid tribute in a Facebook post. Post your condolences below, by …
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