Members of the Tshwane Emergency Services Department are reeling from shock after a firefighter was shot and killed outside the Bronkhorstspruit fire station on Wednesday night.
59-year-old lead firefighter Sonile Annah Mnguni had gone out to meet someone after answering a call from the said person.
Firefighter colleagues said they then heard gunshots moments after she had gone out of the fire station.
After recovering from the shock and fear of the gunshots they heard, the crew went outside in search of her. Between four and five gunshots were heard, with injuries sustained to her face and head, Rekord reports.
Her lifeless body was discovered about 100 metres away from the fire station, riddled with gunshot wounds.
A paramedic had certified her dead on the scene.
The Emergency Services Department offered condolences to her family, colleagues, and friends for her untimely passing.
The department has activated the Employee Wellness Section to offer counselling support for employees and the family of the deceased.
The motive behind the shooting remains unknown and is currently under investigation by the South African Police Services (Saps) after confirming the incidence.
“The police are appealing to anyone who may have information which will assist with the investigation to contact Bronkhorstspruit police on 013 932 9222 or contact the Crime Stop Line at 08600 10111 or give anonymous tip-offs on MySapsApp,” said police spokesperson Dimakatso Sello.
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