Two inmates killed in stabbing incident at Pollsmoor Prison

Two inmates were killed during a violent stabbing incident at Pollsmoor Prison on Wednesday morning, the correctional services department said.

According to the department, the attack was directed at officials inside the facility.

“Officials were attacked and two inmates sadly lost their lives during efforts to contain the situation,” DCS said in a statement.

Correctional officers used force to restore order, and calm has since been restored at the prison.

Several people were injured and taken to hospital for medical treatment.

Police were called to the scene, and a full investigation is under way.

National correctional services commissioner Makgothi Samuel Thobakgale condemned the attack, saying it was “unwarranted and deeply saddening, especially when lives are lost”.

The department extended its condolences to the families of the deceased and said it was taking necessary measures to ensure the safety and stability of the correctional environment.

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