AN alleged racist brawl which broke out on Chartwell Drive on Friday night led to the arrest of two men. The violent altercation, which was captured on video, was posted on social media sites shortly afterwards.
Several shots were fired during the scuffle which broke out outside a popular restaurant on Chartwell Drive.
According to Captain Nqobile Gwala, provincial SAPS spokesperson, the suspects aged 29 and 55 were charged with discharging a firearm in a public area.
Read also: 22 arrested for drunk driving on the M4
“Police received a complaint of a fight in uMhlanga. On arrival they found a group of people fighting, one of whom was in possession of a firearm. The second man took the firearm and fired shots into the air. No injuries were reported. They were charged with discharging a firearm in a public area, unlawful possession of a firearm and failing to safe guard a firearm,” Gwala said.
Chairman of the Durban North/Umhlanga CPF, Haden Searles, slammed the behaviour calling it ‘unacceptable’.
Latest crime news: Suspect nabbed for surveillance of police frequencies
“I believe alcohols and guns don’t mix. This type of behaviour is unacceptable. I would urge establishments in the village to crack down on unruly people or to call the police to diffuse the situation,” he said.
Do you want to receive news alerts for the Durban North and uMhlanga areas via WhatsApp from Northglen News? Send us a WhatsApp message (not an sms) with your name and surname (only) to 060 532 5532.
For more news follow us on Facebook or Twitter. You can also follows us Instagram.
