PICS: Man shot in church following a hostage situation in West Rand

A case of attempted murder and malicious damage to property is being investigated by the police.

At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom, Randforntein Herald reports.

At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.

According to Shawn Herbst, Netcare 911 spokesperson, they received an emergency call at 8.00 this morning.

“As our paramedics arrived on scene, they heard gunshots and were prevented from entering the crime scene. One man was shot. He and two other injured persons were taken to a hospital.

At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.

“According to witnesses, a rivalry between churches lead to the incident, but this has not yet been confirmed. Police are still on the scene and it is believed that there are still some people in the church,” Herbst said.

At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.
At least three people were injured and 15 vehicles were stoned during what appears to be a hostage situation at a church in Zuurbekom. Photo provided.

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