By Obakeng Maje

Springbok-Police open cases of murder after two children were allegedly shot and killed by a police. Case of murder, inquest, as well as negligent and reckless driving were opened on Thursday between 01:00 and 03:00 am. 

“It is alleged that two children, a 16-year-old Anthony Pascal Cloete and a 13-year-old Mary-Ann Justine Cloete were shot and killed at Viooltjies street in Springbok” Lieutenant Donald Mdhluli said. 

“It is alleged that Reservist Constable Phillip Collins who was on duty at the time, contacted Springbok Police and said that he just shot his two children and he was about to kill himself” police said. 

Upon arrival, police noticed the damaged SAPS vehicle next to the road and immediately drove to Collins girlfriend’s house. 

Police found a 49 year-old Phillip Collins lying on the ground with the service pistol next to his body. Collins was declared dead on the scene. 

“The members proceeded to Viooltjies street where they found two children that were declared dead on the scene as well” said Mdhluli. 

Reservist Constable Phillip Collins was employed as an Admin Clerk as well as a Police Reservist in the South African Police Service. 

At this stage the motive for the killing of the two children, as well as self is unknown. 

The investigation continues.