Three women killed in Eshowe Boxer store shooting as police hunt former employee

Three female managers have been killed in a shooting at a Boxer Superstore in Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal, after a former employee allegedly opened fire during an internal disciplinary hearing.

The shooting happened on Saturday, 10 October, turning what was meant to be a workplace meeting into a deadly incident. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect, who fled after the attack.

The victims were reportedly the store manager, bakery manager and administration manager.

Shooting during disciplinary hearing

KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said the suspect had gone to the store to attend an internal disciplinary hearing when he allegedly pulled out a firearm and shot three people.

All three victims were declared dead at the scene.

Police have not publicly identified the suspect and have appealed to anyone with information about his whereabouts to assist the investigation.

CCTV footage shows deadly attack

Footage of the incident has circulated on social media, showing the former employee entering an office where the three women were gathered.

The footage appears to show him opening fire at close range before leaving the scene.

The video has drawn attention to the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which took place inside the store during the disciplinary process. Police have not released further details about the events leading up to the attack.

Boxer responds to deaths of three colleagues

Boxer Stores has expressed its condolences to the families of the three women and confirmed that it is cooperating with the South African Police Service (SAPS).

The retailer said it was also supporting employees affected by the incident.

In a statement, Boxer described the deaths as a devastating loss for its staff and said the three women would be remembered as valued members of the company.

The retailer confirmed that it was working with police and other relevant authorities to assist with the ongoing investigation.

Police urge public to help with manhunt

The search for the suspect remains underway.

Police have urged members of the public not to approach him if they spot him, but to contact SAPS with any information that could help investigators locate him.

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.

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Source: The Citizen