MEC Nkosi-Malobane applauds the arrest of suspects in the murder of a SAPS officer
We cannot fold our arms, sit back and allow criminals to hold us at ransom.
The Gauteng MEC for Community Safety, Sizakele Nkosi-Malobane, congratulates members of South African Police Services (SAPS), Johannesburg Metro Police Department and the Gauteng Traffic Police for the arrest of suspects in the brutal murder of the SAPS Flying Squad member on Heritage Day in Mofolo, Soweto.
The officer and his partner were on a routine patrol when they spotted a suspicious looking vehicle in Mofolo South and give chase. A shootout ensued and the officer was fatally wounded.
A 14-year old passer-by was also shot and was rushed to a nearby hospital.
Two suspects were arrested in the early hours of yesterday in Jabulani and were found in possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunitions.
“I commend the police officers who worked around the clock to make a breakthrough in this case.
“This demonstrates our zeal to deal with the killings of our own selfless and dedicated women and men in blue. We cannot fold our arms, sit back and allow criminals to hold us at ransom.
“We will not rest until all suspects involved in this callous and inhumane criminal activities are brought to book and face the full might of the law.
“I urge community members to take charge of their communities and be responsible citizens by being the eyes and the ears of law enforcement agencies and blow the whistle against any criminals in their respective communities,” said MEC Nkosi-Malobane.
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