Gold Rush on Johannesburg Highway After Truck Spills Precious Cargo

Gold Rush Grips Johannesburg Highway: Commuters Stop Traffic in Search of Spilled Treasure Johannesburg, South Africa – A bizarre scene unfolded on Johannesburg's M2 highway earlier today when a truck carrying gold spilled its precious cargo, sparking a spontaneous gold rush among commuters. The incident, which occurred around [Time of incident], caused significant traffic delays as motorists abandoned their vehicles to collect the small gold fragments scattered across the road. Eyewitnesses reported seeing people frantically searching for gold, even venturing onto the grassy verge beside the highway. "I was passing by with my car, and I saw people, then I approached the security car because I'm also a security car," said one witness, Andile Kholi, who joined the search. "There was a lot of people, even cars. That's why now you see the police removing us from the street because it was chaos." The video shows the extent of the disruption, with numerous cars pulled over, commuters scrambling for gold, and police officers attempting to restore order. The incident highlights the allure of gold and the lengths people will go to in pursuit of wealth, even amidst traffic chaos. Authorities are currently investigating the incident and assessing the amount of gold lost. The event serves as a reminder of the unexpected and sometimes chaotic events that can unfold on busy roadways.