Police Release A Statement Regarding Fatal Crash That Claimed Lives Of Mpura, Killer & 4 Others. Killer Kau, Mpura and Khanya Hadebe are believed to have died in a fatal car accident. The accident also claimed the lives of upcoming artists Khanya “The Voice” Hadebe, DJ Thando Tot and TD, who were with the pair in the car.
In a statement, the department of transport, roads and community safety spokesperson Boitshoko Moremi said on August 7, six people died in a head-on collision on the N4 in Rustenburg near the Marikana toll gate. The department of community safety, roads and transport has confirmed the accident that claimed six lives on the N4. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased and we hope they find strength during this difficult period. An investigation is underway to establish the cause of the accident. We are again appealing to people to adhere to the regulations as most accidents happen way past curfew time. Work with our law enforcement officials to ensure you arrive alive.”
Amapiano star Killer Kau first entered the industry when he went viral after he uploaded a video of his song on Twitter. DJ Euphonik collaborated with him to produce the hit single Tholukuthi Hey. From then Killer Kau became one of the most sought-after artists in the amapiano space. Mpura on the other hand, recently made it big as the voice behind club banger, Umsebenzi Wethu.
Celebrities and fans have paid tribute to the amapiano stars. Riky Rick paid homage to the three musicians. Talking about Khanya ‘The voice’ Hadebe, he said he couldn’t understand why his life ended so shortly. “GONE TOO SOON Im so sorry. You were just starting to figure this life thing out and we were so happy you guys were starting to grow into yourselves. DAMN, this one just doesn’t make sense to me. You were too young to go like this brother. Its hard to have faith when we lose the best ones like this. Fuck. THE VOICE. WE LOVE YOU YOUNG.”