Around the clock investigation has led to the arrests of three suspects in connection with the recent shooting incident that claimed the life of a 6-year-old boy in Surwood Road in Hanover Park on 16 October 2023 at about 17:30.In the early hours of this morning, 19 October 2023, members attached to the Anti-Gang Unit arrested three men, ages 20, 21 and 30 in connection with the murder of the boy who succumbed to a gunshot wound to his upper body after he got caught in crossfire believed to be from rival gangs in the area. The three suspects will make their first appearance in the Athlone Magistrates’ Court, once charged.
Meanwhile, Philippi SAPS have increased visibility and intensified integrated crime prevention initiatives within identified crime hotspot areas to police and eradicate the spread of crime generators such as the illicit possession of firearms which threatened the lives of the community.
We appeal to the community to be vigilant at all times and to report criminal activities to their nearest police station or Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
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