Eskom suspends operations in Khayelitsha, after two employees were gunpointed
Eskom have suspended operations in Zwezwe, Khayelitsha.
PICTURE: PixabayThis comes after two employees were robbed at gunpoint, on
Sunday afternoon.
Eskom’s Western Cape spokesperson, Kyle Cookson, said the
pair was robbed of their belongings and service vehicle.
Cookson added that due to the suspension, residents will
experience longer periods without electricity due to more delays in restoring
electricity.
‘’Eskom senior management and its internal security
services will engage the South African Police Service (SAPS) and local
community leadership, regarding the incident and find solutions to ensure the
safety of staff before services may resume, said Kyle Cookson, Eskom’s Western
Cape spokesperson.
Eskom urged communities to report suspicious activities.
‘said: “We urge the community to take a stand against crime
and come forward and report any criminal activity against our staff or our
infrastructure. The safety of our staff is non-negotiable and if any violence
or harassment continues, we will prioritise other electricity supply areas where
their safety is guaranteed,’’ said Mbulelo Yedwa, Eskom Cape Coastal Cluster
general manager.
Communities are requested to report crime to authorities or
to the Eskom crime line at 0800 112 722. Eskom continues to work with law
enforcement agencies to curb the criminal activities including electricity
theft. They may remain anonymous.
Done By: Alungile Njemla
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