The JMPD had made a breakthrough and arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with the murder of an e-hailing driver in Berea, Johannesburg.
The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department has arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with the murder of an e-hailing driver in Berea, Johannesburg, on Thursday.Warning the video is of a graphic nature, discretion is advised.The video clip shows a white vehicle parked on the side of the road with two men standing on the outside of the car.
“The suspect was identified based on information received regarding the fatal shooting incident that occurred on Lilly and Olivia Streets in Berea. Acting on this information, the operational team conducted a focused operation at the Jabulani Hostel, where the suspect was believed to be hiding. “Upon searching the identified room, the suspect was found sleeping and was immediately apprehended. He was positively identified as matching the description obtained from surveillance footage and was still wearing the same clothing as seen at the crime scene,” Fihla said.Fihla said officers recovered an unlicensed firearm, a magazine, and 10 live rounds of ammunition from the suspect’s possession.
“The suspect has been detained at Jabulani Saps and is currently facing charges related to the murder of the e-hailing driver. He is due to appear in court soon. “The JMPD remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors to Johannesburg. We commend the collaborative efforts of the JMPD TRU unit and the SAPS Gauteng Tracking Team in bringing this dangerous individual to justice,” Fihla said.Two suspected extortionists killed in shootout with Eastern Cape police
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