Gunshots fired outside Kliptown Secondary School, Eldorado Park

By Samantha Allen

Published: August 24, 2022 | 4:37 PM GMT

The event happened on Tuesday, August 23, about noon, and according to SAPS, no injuries have been recorded. Authorities are presently looking into the shooting’s motivation.

Authorities were summoned to the location not long after bullets were fired outside the school, according to Sergeant Roxanne Gibb, a spokesman for the Eldorado Park Police Station, according to IOL. Students were present outside the school at the time.

When the police responded to the principal’s call, the armed individuals had already left. Thank goodness, nobody was hurt. We will continue to monitor the situation closely,” added Gibb.

Following the occurrence, a police complaint on the subject was sent to the national South African Police Service.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.