Upper Highway constable gunned down outside his house
The husband and father of three young children was stationed at KwaNdengezi Police Station.
A MANHUNT has been ordered by the national commissioner of police following the murder of a 32-year-old constable outside his house in KwaNyuswa last night, (Sunday, 24 May).
It was reported that off-duty constable, Xolani Zulu, was returning to his home when he was shot by at least two men at the gate.
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It is alleged that the two gunmen arrived at the constable’s house and waited for him to return.
The suspects, using what appeared to be a rifle and a handgun and without warning, opened fire on the constable, killing him instantly.
Constable Zulu, a married father of three young children was stationed at KwaNdengezi Police Station, serving in the SAPS for the past eight years.
The National Commissioner, General Khehla Sitole conveyed his condolences to the Zulu family and instructed the management of the province to afford his family the support needed during their time of mourning and beyond.
“I have been assured that the management of KwaNdengezi Police Station has arranged for our Employee Health and Wellness to give bereavement support to the family of the constable,” said Sitole.
He added that he was confident that the immediate implementation of the 72-Hour Activation Plan which includes the mobilisation of Crime Intelligence, Forensic Services and the Hawks will yield positive results.
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Sitole appealed to anyone who may have information on the whereabouts of the suspects to contact the police on MySAPS APP or on the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111.
All information received will be treated with confidentiality.
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