SAPS arrest minor arrested for attempted murder
The police and the criminal engaged in gunfire, resulting in the latter being shot in the hip.
The Bronkhorstspruit SAPS arrested a 17-year-old boy for attempted murder, possession of an unlicensed firearm, possession of 9mm and R5 ammunition, possession of a replica imitation firearm and possession of suspected stolen goods.
The arrest followed after police members carried out crime prevention responsibilities in Valtaki, Bronkhorstspruit. on November 26.
According to a media statement released by Constable Cathrine Ramovha, the corporate communication officer for the Bronkhorstspruit SAPS on November 27, the complainant received information about shootings the previous night. The shooter apparently fired shots in the air.
The complainant pointed out a certain shack in Valtaki. The complainant and the police followed the lead and knocked on the shack door.
As the members waited for the door to open, gunshots came from inside. They returned fire, as did the person inside.
When all went silent, the police entered the shack and found the criminal lying down, the gun beside him, with an injury to his right hip.
The complainant then summoned the emergency services and all the role players to the crime scene. The SAPS arrested the 17-year-old on the scene. At the time of going to print, no further updates could be obtained.
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