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Canadian tourist dies in accidental shooting at Kruger National Park
The Mercury
|June 19, 2026
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A TOUR guide has been arrested after a 69-year-old Canadian tourist was killed when he “accidentally discharged” a firearm during a braai at the Kruger National Park.
Police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo said the 36-year-old suspect was arrested yesterday, a day after the incident occurred.
The suspect is expected to appear at the Masoyi Magistrate’s Court today.
“It is alleged the tourist approached the suspect, who was holding a rifle, and asked whether it was a real firearm,” Masondo said.
“While the suspect was demonstrating that it was a real rifle, the firearm reportedly discharged.
“The bullet struck the tourist in the upper body.
“He was unfortunately certified dead at the scene.”
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