Suspect commits suicide during police chase
Suspect ended his own life after fleeing from the police
A suspect, believed to have been part of a 25-man gang, ended his own life after fleeing from the police early yesterday (12 July) morning, said Provincial spokesperson Colonel Lungelo Dlamini.
It is believed that the gang robbed a Shoprite store on 29 May during which the branch manager was shot dead.
A Provincial investigating team was following up on leads, which led them to the suspect’s address in Bram Fischerville. A shootout ensued, during which a detective was shot. The suspect fled, with the police in pursuit.
Also Read: Update: Police treating Klinkenberg death as suicide
They found him in an open tract of land where he had shot himself. An unlicensed firearm was found next to his body.
The detective is in a stable condition.
Do you perhaps have more information pertaining to this story? Email us at roodepoortrecord@caxton.co.za (remember to include your contact details) or phone us on 011 955 1130.
For free daily local news on the West Rand, also visit our sister newspaper websites
Remember to visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages to let your voice be heard!
