A female security officer was killed on Tuesday night after being shot by a fellow security officer at King Shaka International Airport.
The incident happened at around 7.30pm while the woman was waiting for transport near the South Gate staff entrance of the airport.
King Shaka International Airport senior manager corporate affairs Colin Naidoo said airport police and security rushed to the scene of the shooting where it was discovered that the victim, who was employed by Bosasa Security, had suffered fatal injuries.
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“The SAPS, emergency and medical teams responded immediately,” said Naidoo.
“The reasons and details of this incident are being investigated by the relevant authorities while the deceased next of kin is being informed.”
Bosasa Security is contracted by and based at King Shaka International Airport.
“As much as this unfortunate incident did not cause any operational delays, the area has been locked down by SAPS while the investigation continues.”
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