ESIKHALENI Ward Councillor Sibongiseni Masondo has commended the police for their swift action following a shooting incident that led to the death of a civilian on Thursday morning.

According to reports, an unknown man in his late twenties entered the eSikhawini Police Station, disarmed a police officer, and ran away with his service firearm, firing shots in the air as he fled.

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Upon realising the actions of the suspect, another police officer who was outside, shot and killed the intruder, who is yet to be identified.

“We urge the community to respect government institutions such as police stations. These type of incidents undermine and discredit the work of our police. We commend their action, and we urge them to prioritise their safety,” said Masondo.

The ward councillor pleaded with the community to come forward to identify the deceased, by visiting the eSikhawini SAPS station commander or the government mortuary in Richards Bay.

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