Reports are that shortly after 2:00am, police were called to the West End area on Bay Shore Road, where a green Ford Taurus vehicle with five passengers crashed into a utility pole claiming the life of two passengers, a male and a female. Three other passengers were transported to the Rand Memorial Hospital via EMS personnel and are said to be listed in serious condition.

Police are actively investigating this matter and are appealing to the general public to please drive with care and attention, always wear your seatbelt and to drive within the speed limit.