Traffic warden Lawrence Ngudle was shot and killed on January 29, in Thembisa.
Senior officials from the City of Ekurhuleni , EMPD officers, and municipal employees all gathered to remember their colleagues in an emotional memorial service.The shooting happened in Esangweni Section, where the suspects are alleged to have opened fire on Ngudle who died on the scene.The three suspects fled the scene in a white Toyota Avanza. Law enforcement agencies launched an extensive manhunt to bring the perpetrators to book.
Acting EMPD chief Julius Mkhwanazi condemned the killing and said, “The highest form of disrespect was attacking law enforcement officers in full uniform.” “When police officers put on their uniform, they are taking a risk to protect others,” said Masuku. Friends and colleagues say Ngudle was a passionate officer.
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