Man killed, 3 teachers hurt in KZN shooting
A man has been killed and three teachers were wounded in a shooting in Pietermaritzburg.
The shooting took place on Tuesday morning.
The shots were reportedly fired at the taxi they were travelling in near Wartburg – while the victims were making their way to Masijabule High School.
KwaZulu-Natal Education Department says the driver died and the three critically-wounded teachers were taken to hospital.
Seven other people were not hurt.
Education MEC Kwazi Mshengu rushed to the scene where she was briefed by officials.
This is a developing story, more to follow.
Staff bus of Masijabule High teachers has been shot at. 3 teachers critically injured. 7 others are in severe state of shock. Driver has unfortunately died. This happened at Bruyns Hill, Wartburg, KZN, this morning. MEC @MshenguKwazi on his way to the scene @DBE_KZN @DBE_SA pic.twitter.com/elgu6WM0Sf
— Elijah Mhlanga (@ElijahMhlanga) June 23, 2020