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Condolences from DA after metro traffic official’s tragic killing

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Dear MyPE

The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Nelson Mandela Bay extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the metro traffic official who was killed in Port Elizabeth.

The official was gunned downed earlier this morning, 4 February 2020, on the corner of Lungelo Mlandu Street and 10th Avenue in Walmer.

I visited the site where the incident took place and details surrounding what happened are still unclear.

We wish all affected by this senseless killing strength during this trying time.

A passenger in the vehicle was also wounded and our thoughts are also with her.

This tragedy highlights the urgency of hosting a “safer city summit” to address crime in the City.

In March 2019 I tabled a motion at a special safety and security portfolio committee meeting proposing that such a summit be held as soon as possible. All parties agreed, but we are still awaiting any concrete plans on when the summit will take place.

We can no longer sit back and leave our residents and officials at the mercy of criminals.

This tragic incident must serve as a wake-up call and move the Municipality to expedite the matter.

We must formulate clear plans to safeguard our municipal officials and residents from criminals.

Regards

Gustav Rautenbach Cllr
DA Nelson Mandela Bay Spokesperson for Safety and Security

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