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Brave reaction officer shoots dead two house robbers

Shots were fired fatally injuring both intruders. 

May 21, 2021
Shona Aylward 1 minute read
The knife used in the attack. Photo: Supplied

Two unknown intruders were shot dead by an armed reaction officer from Wolf Security at a guest house in Shelly Beach during the early hours of Wednesday morning.

Police spokesman Captain Petros Mpinge said the men had gained entry by damaging a door of the house.

The screw driver allegedly used in the crime. Photo: submitted.

It is reported that the complainant woke up when he heard the alarm and was allegedly attacked by one of the intruders with an okapi knife.

While the reaction officer was assisting the complainant, the second intruder attempted to stab him in back with a screw driver.

Shots were fired fatally injuring both intruders. SAPS Port Shepstone is investigating a case of housebreaking, attempted murder as well as an inquest case.

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May 21, 2021
Shona Aylward 1 minute read

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Shona Aylward is a vastly experienced journalist working as a senior reporter. Aside from her extensive community involvement and story writing, she is also involved in creative page layout, and the various media platforms. Shona began her career with Caxton at the Southlands Sun. Previous to this she worked in the marketing industry for surf magazines. Shona is a renown 'greenie' and champions environmental causes. She is also Mom to a number of dogs and cats, and the occasional uninvited snake. When she can find some spare time, it's usually to the beach that she heads.
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