A suspect allegedly linked to a mass shooting incident in Gqeberha on Tuesday night was killed in a shootout with cops.
Published 1h agoA suspect, allegedly linked to a mass shooting in New Brighton in Gqeberha, was killed in a shoot-out with Eastern Cape police on Wednesday. Eastern Cape police said they responded to reports of a shooting incident and on arrival at scene found five men had sustained fatal gunshot wounds. Eastern Cape police spokesperson Warrant Officer Majola Nkohli said on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, police received intelligence about a suspect allegedly linked to the shooting.
Police have not released the names of the deceased until a formal identification process is concluded. Police are appealing to anyone who can assist in tracing the suspects, to contact Captain Sithole on 082 457 2812 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station. All information is confidential, and callers may remain anonymous.
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