3 dead in Mpumalanga military base shooting
The South African National Defence Force is investigating a deadly shooting at a military base in Mpumalanga.
The South African National Defence Force is investigating a deadly shooting at a military base in Mpumalanga.
Three soldiers have lost their lives.
The SANDF's Rear Admiral, Prince Tshabalala says the circumstances that led to Saturday morning's shootings at the military base are not clear at this stage.
"The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) confirms that an unfortunate incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning at the Macadamia Military Base near Komatipoort, Mpumalanga.
"Preliminary information indicates that a tragic altercation involving SANDF members resulted in the deaths of three soldiers. It is alleged that one of the soldiers fatally shot two of his colleagues before taking his own life.
The SANDF, in conjunction with the South African Police Service (SAPS), has launched a full investigation into the matter. The circumstances surrounding the incident remain the subject of ongoing inquiry, and further details will be communicated once officially verified."
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