Tembisan journalist, Jantji Ngweyama, has reported that court officials at the Tembisa Magistrate’s Court have advised those standing outside the court house that court proceedings will not continue today.
This follows the shooting earlier today.

Also read: Police officer shot and killed at Tembisa court

Reports suggest that a police officer was shot and killed by a suspect who was to appear in court.
“Court officials came outside and told community members gathered outside the court room that those who have been subpoenaed will enter the court house where their court appearances will be postponed. Others were told the court will not proceed,” said Jantji.

Also read: Shooting at Tembisa Magistrate’s Court

A police captain has been shot and killed at the Tembisa Magistrates Court. #CrimeMustFall

— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) October 12, 2016

Police officer escorting a suspect to the court in Tembisa was disarmed and shot dead by the suspect. So sad. RIP officer.

— LesetjaMO (@MoLesetja) October 12, 2016