More information has surfaced regarding the murder of an on-duty policeman this past Friday (29 September).
According to a press release, Gauteng Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, which happened in the early hours of Saturday morning outside the After Party pub on Van Wyk Street.
Read the initial article here: Policeman murdered in CBD
It is alleged that the police officer and his crew were flagged down by the owner of the pub, calling for assistance with patrons who refused to leave the pub when the owner wanted to close for the day.
The crowd then allegedly turned on the police. The officer was stabbed in the upper body and his firearm stolen. He was declared dead on the scene.
Also read: Another policeman shot dead
Lieutenant General Deliwe de Lange, Gauteng Provincial Police Commissioner said she is saddened by the killing of yet another member. Less than a week ago, another on-duty constable was shot and killed. The Provincial Commissioner is appealing to witnesses to come forward with information that will assist the police in arresting those responsible for the continued attack on police.
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