ACSA confirms death of two travellers

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) confirmed that two travellers passed away in separate incidents on September 14.

One person died at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA) and another at King Shaka International Airport (KSIA).

“Officials at ORTIA received a call at 15:10 reporting that a person had fallen from parking level five to the ground level,” said Ernest Mulibana ACSA spokesperson.

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“Law enforcement and airport health officials stationed at the 24-hour clinic were immediately alerted to the incident. Paramedics later arrived and declared the unidentified traveller dead on the scene,” said Mulibana.

ACSA also confirmed that an unidentified male passenger passed away at King Shaka International Airport.

“The passenger reportedly collapsed at the airport terminal’s domestic arrival area. Emergency services were immediately called and attended to him, but he was declared dead on the scene.

“The cause of death in both incidents is still unknown. However, we can confirm that the matter has been handed over to the SAPS and that an inquest docket has been opened for further investigations,” added Mulibana.

ACSA extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of both travellers during this difficult time.