Joint operation conducted by Vosloorus SAPS and Ekurhuleni West Zone Trio Task Team led to the arrest of three suspects suspected of numerous crimes, including taxi violence, hostel killings and business robberies.
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“On their arrival, the police spotted the vehicle with three occupants inside. As the police approached the vehicle the occupants jumped out of the vehicle and the driver pointed a firearm at the police,” said Rossouw.
He said with the help of EMPD SWAT Team back-up, the driver was shot once and wounded in his right leg.
“All three male suspects were arrested on scene,” Rossouw said.
A white Nissan NP200, suspected to be hijacked in Duduza, was seized. A 9mm pistol and magazine with 16 rounds of ammunition was also seized.
All suspects were detained and the injured suspect is under police guard in hospital.
Rossouw said further investigation is underway to determine whether the suspects can be linked to said crimes committed lately in Vosloorus.
Three cases, including possession of suspected hijacked vehicle, possession of an unlicensed firearm and attempted murder, have been registered at the police station and are undergoing investigation.
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The suspects are expected to appear in the Vosloorus Magistrate’s Court soon.
