Off-duty EMPD officer killed in shooting in Springs
A paramedic was also injured during the incident.
The EMPD is saddened to confirm the death of an off-duty officer following a shooting incident in Pollak Park on November 13.
According to preliminary information, the off-duty officer, attached to the EMPD First Response Unit, was responding to a house break-in complaint circulating on a community WhatsApp group, together with Ekurhuleni Emergency Services paramedics.
Upon arrival at the scene, the members were confronted by a suspect.
According to the EMPD, during the confrontation, the suspect managed to disarm the officer and shot both the officer and a male paramedic.
The EMPD officer succumbed to his injuries, and the paramedic was transported to the Netcare N17 Hospital for medical treatment.
No arrests have been made at this stage. A case of murder and attempted murder has been opened and is under investigation.
The EMPD extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the fallen officer, and wishes the injured paramedic a speedy recovery.
Anyone with information that can assist with the investigation is urged to contact the nearest police station or EMPD Control Room.
