Cop critical after killing partner, turning gun on himself

Authorities are investigating after an off-duty police officer allegedly shot his partner at a courthouse in Hammarsdale, Mpumalanga, before turning the gun on himself. Photo SuppliedAuthorities are investigating after an off-duty police officer allegedly shot his partner at a courthouse in Hammarsdale, Mpumalanga, before turning the gun on himself. Photo Supplied

Authorities are investigating after an off-duty police officer allegedly shot his partner at a courthouse in Hammarsdale, Mpumalanga, before turning the gun on himself. Photo SuppliedAuthorities are investigating after an off-duty police officer allegedly shot his partner at a courthouse in Hammarsdale, Mpumalanga, before turning the gun on himself. Photo Supplied

HAMMARSDALE – An off-duty police officer is in critical condition after he allegedly shot his partner at a courthouse in Hammarsdale, Mpumalanga, before turning the gun on himself.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Initial reports indicate the couple had gone to court over a child maintenance dispute.

After the proceedings, the man allegedly shot the woman as they left the courthouse, then turned the firearm on himself. 

He remains in critical condition in hospital.