JOHANNESBURG - Residents of Eldorado Park have welcomed the arrest of two police officers linked to the killing of Nathaniel Julius but insist they want a total overhaul of the local police station.
Police have reportedly said Julies was shot during a crossfire between rival gangs.On Friday night, police watchdog Ipid confirmed that two cops have now been taken into custody after they were implicated in the alleged shooting of the 16-year-old.
While residents have applauded the swift action taken by officials, they say they cannot stand officers deployed accusing them of colluding with criminals.The officers will be charged with murder and possibly additional charges of defeating the ends of justice.Residents are also saying that after the shooting, police members tampered with the crime scene and they want answers.Download the EWN app to your iOS or Android device.
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