The executive mayor of Ekurhuleni Clr Mondi Gungubele has expressed shock and strongly condemned the murder of one of the top officers in the metro police Maj Coert Jordaan, on Wednesday.
Jordaan, who was the head of the equestrian unit, was off duty when he was shot and killed during an armed robbery.
The thugs got away with his service firearm, a cellphone and vehicle at Aston Lake in Springs.
“This is quite sad because this incident happened on National Police Day, a day set aside to acknowledge the sacrifices of these men and women in the fight against lawlessness.
“They sacrifice their own safety for us to enjoy peace and order, and for this they must be celebrated and not murdered,” said a distraught Gungubele.
“Being a policeman is one of the most risky jobs in the world because every time you leave your house your life is threatened as danger follows you everywhere.
“In fact, this is one of the jobs which leave your family with great uncertainty every time you are on the streets fighting ruthless criminals, for they do not know whether you will return or not.
“Despite this though, we still have dedicated women and men who are determined to carry out this gruelling ask.”
While the responsibility to create a safe environment rests with communities, the police are integral in maintaining law and order, safety and the security of our communities, he added.
The mayor has called on the community to work closely with the police to ensure that the people who brutally murdered Jordaan are apprehended.
“I am sure that someone somewhere knows something about this crime.
“Help us find these thugs and lock them up before another innocent soul is lost,” he said.
Gungubele has revealed that the metro police have launched a massive manhunt for the culprits.
Anyone with information can call 08600 10111.
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