It is alleged that on 16 December 2017, at 11:30, a 27 year old victim was driving a white Toyota Quantum at Inanda Newtown C, when he was hijacked of his vehicle by five armed suspects.
The members from Inanda Cluster responded to the incident and the suspects drove off towards L section, KwaMashu. The suspects fired shots at the SAPS members and the members returned fire.
During the exchange of gunfire, two suspects 20 and 25 were fatally wounded.
Three suspects managed to flee the scene on foot and are still being sought by the police. The victim was also injured and was taken to hospital for medical attention. A 9mm pistol with ammunition was recovered from the deceased suspects.
Charges of carjacking, attempted murder, possession of unlicensed firearm and inquest are being investigated.
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