Witnesses sought in Riverside Park shooting incident

Umzinto Saps is investigating a case of attempted murder after a man was shot during the water crisis protest in Riverside Park, Umzinto on January 31.

“It is alleged that two vehicles approached the entrance to Riverside Park at 11am, and fired shots in the direction of the people,” said Scottburgh Saps communications officer, Captain Adam Francis.

“A 49-year-old man was shot and was taken to Umzinto Clinic, and then transferred to GJ Crookes Hospital.”

Anyone with information regarding the shooting is requested to contact Detective Sergeant Jairus Perumal of Umzinto detective services on 039 9746546 or call Crime Stop anonymously on 086 0010111.

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