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Kuruman Firefighter Dies in Accident En Route to Emergency Scene, Loved Ones Share Tributes

Published 14 Jun 2026

by Rutendo Masasi

3 min read

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Patrick Masilo, a firefighter and member of the spinning team, Saluki, passed away and left loved ones in mourning
The local firefighter from the Northern Cape lost his life in a tragic collision while responding to an emergency at Diamond View Pathway
Members of the Kuruman community and Patrick's family used social media to process their grief in heartfelt posts

Fireifghter loses life on duty — A firefighter lost his life on duty. Image: Team Saluki
Source: UGC

Residents in Kuruman expressed grief after the tragic death of a dedicated community figure: Patrick Masilo. The local firefighter's niece revealed that he lost his life in the line of duty. He died after a collision with a bus en route to an emergency scene in Diamond View Pathway on 12 June 2026.

The passing of Patrick Masilo has sent ripples through the South African motorsport and firefighter community. In Team Saluki, Masilo was known for his warmth and unwavering dedication. The grief expressed by his niece, Zoe Colyn, who noted he died "in the line of duty," reflected the personal toll behind every statistic of workplace fatality in the emergency services. It is a stark reminder that while we rely on these individuals to save lives, their own safety remains constantly at risk. Read the tributes below:

South Africa moved by fire fighter's death

Many commented with their messages of comfort for the community in mourning. People who met the late firefighter in real life remembered him fondly. Read the comments below:

Firefighter fondly remembered — South African and Americans have chimed in on new series 'The Polygamist'. Image: @itsgugugumede
Source: UGC

Jeff Atisang said:

"I’ll always remember how neat and presentable he was. His uniform was the best - crisp, sharp, proper. Rest well, brother."

Deetee Deetee wrote:

"Yo, my brother. My soul finds eternal peace, till we meet, brother R.I.P. Silacy my bra."

Esther Majaphage added:

"Oh China bathing tlheee... I started knowing you from Rustenburg, and we met again in Kuruman. Bathong go botlhoko."

Resego Momo Jarvis commented:

"Oh, what a kind soul. I am deeply saddened. May his soul rest in peace."

Mpho Mabotja said:

"Rest well, leader and commander, we will forever remember you."

Jabe Gorgiro Damons remarked:

"May his soul rest in peace. Your kindness and dedication to Team Saluki and the Rekathusa family will never be forgotten."

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