Culpable homicide probe underway as two SANDF troops die in Northern Cape

Another tragedy has struck closer to home, claiming the lives of two South African National Defence Force (SANDF) troops in the Northern Cape.

Members of the SANDF during an exercise demonstration at the SA Army Combat Training Centre in the Northern Cape. Picture: Jacques Nelles / The Citizen

According to the South African Police Service , the accident occurred on Friday between Koopmansfontein and Delportshoop.Alongside the two fatalities, 17 SANDF soldiers sustained injuries in the incident and were transported to the hospital for medical treatment.

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