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31 January 2025
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47 Putco buses burnt at four depots across Mpumalanga; staff shot, attacked
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Two Putco employees were injured during an attack at four depots in Mpumalanga where a total of 47 buses were set alight on Monday night, 27 January 2025. The affected depots include Moloto, Wolwekraal, Siyabuswa and Vaalbank. Putco spokesperson Lindokuhle Xulu said the incidents involved an unknown number of assailants. “They accessed the depot and started setting buses alight.
We understand that this was done through petrol-bombing,” Xulu said.
One employee sustained a gunshot wound to the leg, while another was struck on the head with a chair, said Xulu. Putco said operations will continue. Xulu said the company was working with law enforcement agencies.
He said Putco buses are still providing service in the volatile areas. “Despite the damage, Putco’s buses are continuing to operate in the affected areas under heightened supervision. The company is fully cooperating with law enforcement authorities in the ongoing investigations,” said Xulu.
Sources: Sowetan Live, IOL
We understand that this was done through petrol-bombing,” Xulu said.
One employee sustained a gunshot wound to the leg, while another was struck on the head with a chair, said Xulu. Putco said operations will continue. Xulu said the company was working with law enforcement agencies.
He said Putco buses are still providing service in the volatile areas. “Despite the damage, Putco’s buses are continuing to operate in the affected areas under heightened supervision. The company is fully cooperating with law enforcement authorities in the ongoing investigations,” said Xulu.
Sources: Sowetan Live, IOL