The kidnappers were allegedly on their way to commit a robbery when the police intercepted them in Parktown.
Three alleged kidnappers have been shot and killed during a confrontation with police in Parktown, Johannesburg, on Friday afternoon.
South African Police Service (Saps) national spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said the deceased allegedly kidnapped a Chinese national in June 2025 and tried to abduct another businessman in Gauteng last week.
“They were allegedly on their way to commit a robbery when Saps intercepted them,” said Mathe.
Police act on intel
Acting on information regarding a kidnapping and attempted kidnapping reported in Langlaagte and Randburg, police spotted the suspects and attempted to stop their vehicle.
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Gauteng Saps spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko said a shootout ensued, resulting in the suspects being fatally shot.
A case of murder and attempted murder
“Two unlicensed firearms were recovered at the scene,” Sibeko said.
“The operation involved collaboration between the Saps Counterintelligence Head Office, Gauteng Tactical Response Team, Gauteng Anti-Gang Unit, Gauteng Traffic Police Airwing, DPCI [Hawks] Gauteng Tracking Team and private securities.”
Police have opened a case of murder and attempted murder as investigations continue.
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