A police officer was shot and killed at his home in the north of Pretoria on Wednesday morning.
Three criminals broke into the officer’s home in Loate, Winterveldt, and shot him dead while he was asleep, according to police spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo.
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“Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects. We’re appealing to anyone who might have information that can lead to the arrest of the suspects to please contact their nearest police station.”
The deceased’s wife and two children were in the house at the time of the shooting.
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They were, however, not hurt.
Police said criminals fled with some stolen items.
A murder and house robbery docket was opened at the Loate police station.
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