A horrific accident between an Iveco bus and a bakkie, that occurred between Otjiwarongo and Okahandja this afternoon, claimed the lives of what is estimated to be 19 people. From the 28 occupants of the Iveco bus, 14 people are unaccounted for as the bus burst into flames, while all five occupants of the bakkie are confirmed to have died on the spot. Sources at the scene say the number of dead in the Iveco bus, that was travelling from the north, cannot be confirmed as the bus burst into flames in an accident which onlookers described as horrific. Fourteen occupants of the bus were rescued and some are in critical condition but these numbers are yet to be confirmed. The police could not verify these numbers as investigations continue but drivers are being urged to use extra caution when on the road as police officers are still on the scene of the accident.