TWO SUSPECTS ARRESTED IN MUSINA FOLLOWING SHOOTOUT WITH POLICE, ILLEGAL FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION SEIZED
POLOKWANE: Police officers from the Musina Police Station in Vhembe District responded to reports of gunfire near local shops on the morning of 01 October 2024. Upon arrival, they encountered a white Toyota Corolla Quest with Gauteng registration carrying unidentified suspects.
The officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but the suspects fled towards the N1 road. During the pursuit, the suspects opened fire on the police, who returned fire and successfully damaged the vehicle’s right rear tyre. Despite this, the suspects continued travelling until the driver lost control near a farm on Tshipise Road.
The driver was apprehended, found in possession of a 9mm firearm, three magazines, and 50 live rounds of ammunition. One passenger was later arrested with another firearm, one magazine, and eight live rounds.
The motive for the shooting is not yet known and no injuries were reported during the incident.
The suspects are expected to appear before Musina Magistrate’s Court to face charges of attempted murder and possession of illegal firearms and ammunition.
The Acting Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, Major General Samuel Manala has commended the officers for their swift and decisive action in combating crime and ensuring public safety.
