Man hunt launched for escaped prisoners
A manhunt was launched after an unknown number of men allegedly shot at a police truck carrying prisoners and freeing the offenders, police said.
Police have launched a manhunt for an unknown number of men who shot at a Ga-Rankuwa police truck carrying prisoners, forcing open the truck door and freeing the offenders, police spokesperson Captain Doniah Mothutsane said.
The 28 prisoners were being transported from Ga-Rankuwa Magistrates Court to Kgosi Mampuru Prison on Friday afternoon when they were allegedly ambushed by armed men on Medunsa Road.
“The suspects started shooting at the police truck carrying the prisoners. The suspects then forced open the door of the truck,” Mothutsane said.
Some of the prisoners fled in the suspects’ car, a grey Chevrolet Aveo, while others fed by foot.
Police are taking roll call to confirm the amount of missing prisoners.
“No one has been injured and investigations are underway. We appeal to anyone with any informatioUn to report to 0800 10 111 or contact their nearest police station.”
