Eskom power utility security officer shot during cable installation
The security guard was shot in the back and his firearm taken from him
Eskom is concerned about the safety of its workers after a security guard was shot and wounded in Mapobane this week.
According to Mapobane SAPS spokesperson, Rainier Langeveldt, the attack took place when Eskom workers were installing a cable next to two houses.
Langeveldt said the Eskom security officer was shot on Tuesday morning.
“One of the security guards was jumped by two male suspects.
“One of the males shot the security officer in the back while the other took his firearm.
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“The two suspects then fled the scene,” said Langeveldt.
The security guard was rushed to a nearby medical facility where he was treated for a gunshot wound and discharged the following day.
Eskom Safety, Health, Environment, Quality and Security Manager in Gauteng, Kith Maitisa, said it was very worrying that Eskom workers were now being attacked while doing their work.
“It is concerning that our employees now require to be escorted while carrying out their duties to ensure that a reliable supply of electricity is provided to the communities,” she said.
“While we condemn this violent behaviour meted out against our employees and urge communities to refrain from such acts of criminality, we are grateful that this incident did not result in loss of life and that our colleague is at least recovering at home.”
The case is still under investigation. No arrests have been made yet.
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