Police have opened a case of reckless and negligent driving after a police van landed on its side in Mitchells Plain, leaving four cops and three suspects injured.
Emergency teams were dispatched to the corner of Highlands Drive and Alabama Way in Colorado Park on Friday where they found the van.
Scores of residents rushed to the scene.
A video of the accident scene was shared on social media showing the damaged police vehicle and the passengers trapped inside.
Police van landed on its side in Mitchells Plain. Video supplied
It is unclear what caused the accident.
Police spokesperson, Sergeant Rwexana confirms: “A case of Reckless and negligent driving was opened for investigation.
“According to information three suspects and four police members were injured and transported to a medical facility for treatment.”