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Police Hunt Suspects After Eskom Employee Killed, Wife Injured Near Emalahleni

Eskom urges restraint on unverified claims during the ongoing investigation.

Overview

  • The couple, both Eskom employees, were ambushed near Riestspruit while driving home from Kriel Power Station.
  • Mpumalanga police opened murder and attempted murder cases and launched a manhunt for the attackers.
  • Investigators found 15 spent cartridges and a bakkie riddled with bullet holes at the scene.
  • The 39-year-old husband died of gunshot wounds and his wife was hospitalised, with her condition not disclosed.
  • Police appealed for tips via Detective Sergeant Desmond Kgwedi, Crime Stop, or the MySAPS app, assuring confidentiality.