The police have launched a manhunt following the shooting of two Tonga police officers on Monday night.
The national police spokesperson, Col Brenda Muridili, said the policemen were conducting their routine patrols at Block C in Tonga when they came across a business burglary in process.
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“The suspects noticed the police car and then opened fire on the vehicle,” she said.
Muridili said the officers retaliated, but were both shot and rushed to a local hospital for treatment. She said both officers are in stable condition and the police are searching for the shooters.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspects may call Crime Stop on 086 00 10111 or send tip-offs on the My SAPS app.
People may also contact Col Nancy Mnisi on 072 603 8438 should they have information on the incident.
