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Centurion in Mourning as Father and Daughter Found Dead in Amberfield Home
A quiet Friday turns into a night of shock
Amberfield in Centurion is known as one of those neighbourhoods where children still play on pavements and families settle in for calm evenings. Last Friday, that sense of safety was shattered when police responded to a distressing call just after eight in the evening.
Officers arrived to a devastating scene. A forty-four-year-old father and his eight-year-old daughter were found on a bed with fatal gunshot wounds. Paramedics confirmed that both had died before help could reach them. Police located a firearm inside the room and immediately activated crime scene specialists to begin a full investigation. A murder case and inquest docket are already open as authorities work to understand what led to the tragedy.
Centurion grieves two lives lost
Within hours, the names of the victims were shared across social media. They were identified as Warren Green and his daughter, Amé. Messages of disbelief and sorrow spread across Centurion as friends, parents, and community groups tried to make sense of the news.
Amé was a Grade 2 learner at Laerskool Rooihuiskraal. Her teachers and classmates described her as a bright and gentle girl who brought warmth into every space she entered. The school shared a heartfelt letter with parents expressing its grief and its support for families affected by the tragedy. Psychologists and therapists will be made available on Monday to guide learners and parents through the difficult days ahead.
The school urged parents to speak openly with their children about their feelings and to reach out if anyone needs additional support. The letter also encouraged the community to hold the family in their thoughts and to honour the memories of both Amé and Warren during this painful time.
A community shaken by back-to-back losses
Centurion is still recovering from another tragedy that occurred only days earlier when a mother and her young son were found dead in their home. Their deaths were linked to suspected carbon monoxide poisoning from an indoor Weber braai. For many residents, the emotional weight of two heartbreaking incidents in such a short time has deepened a sense of collective grief.
Holding on to community and compassion
While police continue their investigation, the focus for many residents has shifted to support and solidarity. Parents are checking in on one another and offering help where they can. School communities across Centurion have shared tributes and messages of encouragement. In a time marked by sadness, the city is leaning on the strength of its people.
The tragedy has also revived important conversations about mental health, family pressures, and the support systems available to South Africans. Community leaders are urging families to reach out for help when they feel overwhelmed and to keep communication channels open at home.
As Centurion mourns, one message is shared across neighbourhood groups and school circles. Remember Amé. Remember Warren. Hold your loved ones close.
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Source: The Citizen
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