SAPS Official Killed In Inanda Robbery Shot Multiple Times

A tragic incident occurred in Inanda, KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), where a South African Police Service (SAPS) official was killed during a robbery.

The off-duty policeman was shot multiple times by suspects who accosted him at a tuck shop on Mafukazela Drive.

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The attackers stole his firearm and man bag before fleeing the scene in a silver VW Polo.

Emergency Response And Arrest

The Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) Phoenix Operations Centre received multiple calls for assistance, prompting an immediate response from Reaction Officers and RUSA Paramedics.

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Upon arrival, they found that the critically injured policeman had been taken to a hospital privately, where he was pronounced deceased.

A suspect was later arrested at a local clinic after being shot in the arm.

Police Investigation

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The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, with multiple spent 9mm cartridges recovered at the scene.

The authorities calls for calm in the community even  as they are shocked by the brazen attack on a law enforcement official, raising concerns about public safety.

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