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Security guard critical after shooting

Police think the shooting at Old Leslie Mine could have involved Illegal miners.

EVANDER – A Protea Security guard was flown to a hospital in Johannesburg after he was shot in the head near the Old Leslie Mine on Monday, 7 December.

The police said the guard and a colleague were patrolling Shaft 9 when they were ambushed and shot at.

Sgt Sibusiso Mbuli, Evander Police spokesman, said the guard is in a critical condition.

His colleague was unharmed.

“We suspect the shooting could have involved illegal miners, however we are still investigating.”

Anyone with information, can contact Capt Kobo at 082 206 1299.

 

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