A suspect who was alleged to have just committed a robbery was shot and fatally wounded in an exchange of gunfire with police in Esikhaleni on Sunday night, 4 August 2024.
Police had responded to reports of a victim who was robbed at Ndindima area in Esikhaleni by suspects who fled the scene. Police traced the suspects and four suspects were cornered at Ncombo area. At the sight of police blue lights, the suspects opened fire towards the police, triggering a response from the men of law.
One suspect was fatally wounded in the resultant shootout whilst other three fled into the bushes. A search for them is still underway. The deceased suspect was found in possession of a. 38 special revolver firearm with five rounds of ammunition.
No police officer was injured during the shootout. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects who escaped arrest is urged to contact the nearest police station or call the Crime Stop number 08600 10111.
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