The South African Police Service in Ntabankulu has launched an investigation into a fatal shooting at Ntabankulu Primary School that claimed the life of one teacher and left two others injured on Wednesday, 22 January 2026.
According to Eastern Cape police spokesperson Brigadier Nobuntu Gantana, the incident took place at about 12 pm when a former teacher allegedly gained access to the school by cutting through the perimeter fence.
The suspect was reportedly out on bail at the time in connection with sexual assault charges involving learners. Police said he proceeded directly to the school kitchen, where he opened fire on three educators.
One teacher was declared dead at the scene, while the other two sustained injuries and were taken to a medical facility for treatment. The suspect later died at the scene after turning the firearm on himself.
Police have since cordoned off the school as forensic teams process the scene. Investigators are also probing how the suspect allegedly violated his bail conditions to access the school premises.
Acting Eastern Cape provincial police commissioner Major General Thandiswa Kupiso condemned the attack and expressed condolences to the families and colleagues of those affected. She also extended well wishes to the injured teachers as they recover from the incident.
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