Suspected kidnapping kingpin killed on R21 in Kempton Park
During the pursuit, the suspect allegedly fired shots at a passing cash-in-transit (CIT) vehicle before being cornered.
A suspected kidnapping kingpin was killed this afternoon, September 3, during a shootout with police and private security on the R21 freeway.
The incident unfolded shortly after 16:30 at the Voortrekker Road offramp in Kempton Park, prompting authorities to urge motorists to avoid the area.
According to reports on social media, the Mozambican national opened fire when confronted by authorities, sparking a high-speed chase that stretched over several kilometres.
The scene… https://t.co/aiMrBTtWyn pic.twitter.com/RkQURXHRaa
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) September 3, 2025
During the pursuit, the suspect allegedly fired shots at a passing cash-in-transit (CIT) vehicle before being cornered.
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A heavy exchange of gunfire followed, resulting in his death.
The man is believed to have been linked to several kidnappings in South Africa and is also wanted in Mozambique.
At this stage, the Kempton Express is awaiting official comment from the South African Police Service (SAPS).
