SAPS training resumes after gas pipe explosion in Pretoria

The South African Police Service (SAPS) says 2 500 trainees have resumed their programmes at its training academy in Pretoria.

They were evacuated yesterday after a gas pipe explosion at a building near the training facility.

Spokesperson Athlenda Mathe says training has resumed and SAPS trainees are back in class.

“The SAPS appreciates the prompt response by the Tshwane Fire Department and Emergency Services unit in extinguishing the fire from an adjacent building near the Tshwane Training Academy yesterday. All staff and personnel that are working at the academy are also back at work,” Mathe confirms.