A routine drive home turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when an Eskom employee was shot and killed in front of his wife in Mpumalanga.
The couple, who both worked for Eskom, were travelling together when their vehicle came under fire at a T-junction near Kriel on Wednesday afternoon. The man, who was driving, died at the scene. His wife was also shot and was rushed to hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Emergency responders arrived to find their silver bakkie riddled with bullet holes, a grim reminder of the violence that unfolded moments earlier. Paramedics worked at the scene while police began their investigation.
Authorities have opened a case of murder and attempted murder. At this stage, no arrests have been made and the motive behind the attack remains unclear.
Eskom has expressed deep sadness over the incident, confirming that both victims were employees from Kriel Power Station. The utility said it is working closely with police and providing support to the affected family and colleagues.
The power utility also urged the public to avoid speculation while investigations are ongoing, stressing the importance of allowing law enforcement to do their work.
The incident has left the local community and Eskom staff shaken, as another family is torn apart by violent crime.