My name is Gunther Mynhardt. I was stationed at Makalani base in Oshakati during this time. I was a platoon sergeant for the storm pioneers and was asked to do a final kit inspection before these men moved out on patrol. Cpl Lotriet asked me for a cigarette. I handed him one and we stood smoking together and just talking in general. Later that night the signal came through that Cpl Lotriet had been killed by friendly fire. I was sent to collect his personal belongings from the hospital in Oshakati. There was a sealed letter in the side pocket of his trousers. I sent this letter off in the post. I hope his last written words reached it's rightful owner. This was a very sad and unfortunate accident. He was a friendly and likable lad.