A minibus taxi riddled with bullet holes on the M1 South folliwing the alleged shootout between police and criminals. Photo: X/@visiontactical
Motorists travelling along the M1 North and South highways have been urged to use alternate routes due to a road closure and active crime scene.
The highway was blocked off between Xavier Street at Gold Reef City and Booysens Road on Thursday following an alleged intense shootout between police and suspected criminals.
It is understood the shootout happened after the suspects were followed from Springs on the East Rand on Wednesday night. For more on the shooting, read here.
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There is currently a heavy police presence at the scene.
Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Xolani Fihla urged motorists to exercise caution.
“The M1 freeway remains blocked off to traffic in both directions between Xavier Street and Booysens Road. This is due to a crime scene following a shootout between police and criminals last night.
“The South African Police Services is currently processing the scene. Traffic travelling on the M1 North is being diverted at Xavier Street. Traffic travelling on the M1 South is being diverted at Booysens Road. Motorists are urged to be aware of these closures and use alternate routes,” Fihla said.
This is a developing story
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