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Alleged Extortion and Robbery Suspect Fatally Wounded

EASTERN CAPE – Police are hot on the heels of a robbery and extortion suspect, who managed to flee during a shootout in Ngqeleni on Friday evening 11 October 2024. The second suspect was shot and fatally wounded during the incident.

It is alleged that on Friday, 11 October 2024 around 23:20, members from Public Order Policing (POP) acted on information about two robbery and extortion suspects who were allegedly causing mayhem in the Canzibe area in Ngqeleni.

The suspects were traced and located outside one of the local taverns. It is further alleged that when the suspects spotted the police, they started shooting at them. Police retaliated by returning fire.

A 35-year-old suspect was fatally wounded, while the second one managed to flee. A 9mm Norinco pistol with ammunition was recovered. No member was injured during the shootout.

An inquest docket as well as an attempted murder docket was opened for investigation.

Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Nomthetheleli Mene has sent out a clear warning that, ‘extortion and criminal activities that target hardworking businesses will not be tolerated. Those involved in such crimes must know that we will take firm action to bring them to justice. I urge the public to cooperate with police by using the Extortion hotline number 082 387 1561 to report incidents of such nature. Our goal is to eradicate this menace as we are committed to the safety and security of every business and resident.’ concluded Lt Gen Mene

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