By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
26 January 2026- The police in Witbank are investigating a case of murder and attempted murder of Eskom employees that occurred on 21 January 2026, at around 5pm. According to the police, the incident occurred at Corner of R547 and D455 road, Riestspruit near Witbank .
Mpumalanga police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane said upon arrival at the scene, the police found paramedics and a silver bakkie parked in the middle of the road. Ndubane said in the bakkie, there was a man on the driver’s seat bleeding and the vehicle was having bullets holes all around.
“The paramedics where busy with a female passenger who was also shot and was taken to hospital for further medical attention.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that the duo were coming from work to their home. The deceased, Bongani Madonsela (39) and the female victim, both are Eskom employees.
“The deceased was shot on the upper body and 15 cartridges were found on the scene. The police are appealing to members of the public for assistance in tracing and arresting the suspects,” he said.
Ndubane further said anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact the Investigating Officer, Detective Sergeant Desmond Kgwedi on 076 509 6073, the Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or submit information via MYSAPS App. He added that all information will be treated as confidential, and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
Meanwhile, the acting Mpumalanga Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, has condemned this barbaric act and extended his condolences to the bereaved family and also appeal to the community members to come forward with information so that those wrongdoers are brought into books
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