The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi has condemned the attacks on five police officers during two separate incidents in the province, one of which resulted in the death of a police officer.
On 2 December 2021, at 15:30, Upper Tugela police officers responded to a report of domestic violence at Dukuza near Bergville.
On arrival at the scene they were confronted by the suspect who became very aggressive towards the police officers. The suspect attacked both police officers with a hoe which resulted in one police officer being injured on the head whilst the other was injured in the arm.
The suspect fled the scene, however he was pursued by police.
The 29-year-old suspect was placed under arrest on charges of attempted murder and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. The injured police officers were taken to hospital for medical attention.
“We will not be deterred by ruthless criminals who have no respect for the laws of this country. We will continue to execute our constitutional mandate and arrest all those involved in criminal activities. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of our fallen police officer who died while executing his duties and I wish those police officers that were injured a speedy recovery,” said Lieutenant General Mkhwanazi.
