Police launch manhunt after security officer shot and wounded his colleague
The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Bela-Bela has launched an intensive manhunt following an incident in which a security officer allegedly shot and wounded a colleague on Thursday, 21 March on a farm, in Radium.
The suspect fled the scene after the shooting, leaving the service pistol in the guard room. The police have opened a case of attempted murder.
“According to the preliminary investigations, the two male officers were on duty at the time of the altercation, which quickly escalated, leading to one security officer discharging a firearm at the other. The 37-year-old victim was shot several times. He was promptly transported to a nearby medical facility.” said Col. Malesela Ledwaba.
Police are appealing to members of the public who have any information that could lead to the suspect’s arrest to come forward. Information can be provided anonymously and will be treated with the strictest confidence. The public can contact Lt Col. Annemarie Smith on 082 319 9336 or the detective standby number at 082 565 8603. Alternatively, they can use the toll-free Crime Stop number 08600 10111, visit the nearest police station, or use the MySAPSApp.
