A private tour guide, who has been identified as Goodman Nkosi (36), appeared in the Masoyi Magistrate’s Court today, June 19.

He was released on bail of R5 000.

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He was charged with culpable homicide and reckless handling of a firearm following the alleged accidental shooting death of a Canadian tourist during a bush braai in the Kruger National Park on Wednesday, June 17.

According to NPA spokesperson Monica Nyuswa, the victim has been identified as Yat Wing Albert Lam.

According to Mpumalanga police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo, the victim was at a concession-operated braai picnic site near Phabeni Gate when the incident occurred.

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“It is alleged that the 69-year-old male tourist approached the suspect, who was holding a rifle, and asked whether it was a real firearm. While the suspect was demonstrating that it was a real rifle, the firearm reportedly discharged. The bullet struck the tourist in the upper body. He was unfortunately certified dead at the scene,” said Masondo.

Nkosi is expected to appear again in the Masoyi Magistrate’s Court on September 1.

The matter was postponed for further investigation and outstanding ballistic reports.