Blue Security officer, Simphiwe Ntaka was shot multiple times while responding to a robbery incident at Albarkat Supermarket in Doonside, Amanzimtoti on Saturday, 5 February.
Ntaka arrived at the scene and while conducting an inspection of the shop, a suspect opened the roller door and proceeded to shoot Officer Nkako multiple times at close range.
Blue Security’s Operations Director, Brian Jackson said that it is with great sadness that Blue Security announces the tragic passing of their Armed Response Officer, Simphiwe Ntaka.
“Paramedics pronounced him deceased at the scene. Remembering our fallen hero, the 47-year-old Armed Response Officer had started his promising career at Blue Security a year ago. We would like to thank him for his valour and sacrifice as he laid down his life daily to keep KZN safe. Thank you to Simphiwe Ntaka, for his service and commitment to Blue Security as well as the communities you served and protected.”
Jackson said that In these tough times, they hold their fallen hero and his family in their thoughts and prayers.
He added: “We would also like to thank our security industry partners and the community for the heartfelt tributes pouring in.”
Officer Ntaka is survived by his wife and daughter.
