KwaZulu-Natal Acting Provincial Commissioner, Major General Bheki Langa condemns the brutal murder of the police officer at Maphumulo during a business robbery.
“It is with great sadness to learn about the horrendous acts by criminals who are targeting police officers. Such acts are very barbaric and we will not rest until we apprehend the perpetrators involved. Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the Captain. A Task Team has been formed to ensure that the suspects are arrested and prosecuted,” he said.
On 23 February 2018 at 16:10, an unknown number of suspects allegedly entered the hardware store in Maphumulo and robbed the employees of undisclosed amount of cash and proceeded to the nearest supermarket where they entered using the back entrance.
Upon entering, suspects saw the police officer who was off duty at the time, inside the supermarket. The Suspects shot and injured him then they fled the scene using their getaway vehicle. The police officer was taken to hospital where he later died as a result of his injuries. A case of murder and business robbery was opened at Maphumulo police station. No arrests have been made at this stage.
We urge anyone with the information on the suspects and their whereabouts to contact Maphumulo police on 032 481 4400 or any nearest police station. Our Crime Stop number can also be contacted on 08600 10111.
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