MEYERTON – A coordinated emergency response unfolded near the corner of Donald Road and Jim Fouché Street in Meyerton on Saturday, 18 May 2025, after two men were attacked with a panga.

According to a statement by Frontline of Hope Ministry, the organisation’s Trauma Support Mediators were among the first to arrive on the scene.

Two first-aid trained members began stabilising the victims, while others assisted various role players present.

It is understood that one of the injured men ran towards a nearby pub to seek help following the attack. He reportedly sustained serious injuries and was later transported by ambulance to Vereeniging Kopanong Hospital.

The second victim declined medical treatment.

Community Policing Forum (CPF) members played a key role in securing the scene and providing support to arriving emergency personnel. CERT medics provided professional medical care, followed by the arrival of a state ambulance. A Meyerton SAPS reservist was also on scene to assist.

Frontline of Hope commended the collaborative effort between multiple organisations, including CERT, the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG), Afriforum, Riversdale CPF, Sector 2 CPF, 101 Assist, and CB EMS.

The motive for the attack remains unclear, and it is understood that the victims have not opened a case with the Meyerton Police.