Yesterday (October 12), Pretoria came to a standstill as an armed man took people hostage.
The suspect fired shots, killing three people during the ordeal.
The first shots were heard at about 12.30pm.
The incident took place at Meadows Estate, Moreleta Park, in Pretoria.
The drama unfolded throughout the afternoon and evening, with the suspect eventually releasing five hostages (consisting of two police officers and three security guards).
The gunman later committed suicide by turning the rifle on himself.
To read the full story, blow by blow, as it unfolded to the public, click HERE to go to the Rekord East site.
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