Ekurhuleni fire fighter killed as ‘drunk’ driver hits ambulance

The City of Ekurhuleni is mourning the death of one of its fire fighters and emergency care practitioner, who died following a fatal motor vehicle accident on Saturday on Tonk Meter Road between Duduza and Kwa-Thema.

Sheila Masemola and a colleague, who is in a critical but stable condition in hospital, were travelling in an ambulance when the emergency vehicle was involved in an accident with a Toyota Hilux, Themba Gadebe, metro spokesman, said.

The drive of the Toyota Hilux escaped with minor bruises. He was, however, arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol.

The matter is under police investigation.

The executive mayor, Clr Mzwandile Masina, has extended his heartfelt condolences to her family, friends and colleagues.