According to Clifford Shongwe, EMPD spokesperson, on Sunday, September 13, a teenager was killed when a tyre was placed around his neck and set alight.
This act is known as “necklacing”.
He was allegedly set alight by OVL gang members.
“On Monday four teenagers, who are suspected gang members, were arrested in connection with the murder,” said Shongwe.
And, in retaliation, on Tuesday, September 15, community members went to schools searching for suspected gang members.
Two teenagers were found and later necklaced.
The teenagers were between the ages of 14 and 18 years.
Shongwe said three houses were also burnt by community members, because they were believed to belong to gang members.
“EMPD members will continue to patrol the area,” said Shongwe.
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