SAPS kill THREE ‘most-wanted suspects’ in ‘Wild West’ shootout

SAPS in Pietermaritzburg have been lauded for the lightning-fast reactions this week, aften they were dragged into a dramatic gunfight.

Sep 22, 2022 - 15:30
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SAPS kill THREE ‘most-wanted suspects’ in ‘Wild West’ shootout

A hail of bullets were sprayed across one of the busiest roads in Pietermaritzburg this week, after three of the city’s ‘most-wanted suspects’ were mercilessly gunned down by SAPS officers. The gunfight broke out on Wednesday afternoon, with witnesses likening the scene to the Wild West.

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A witness captured this photo of cops cordoning off the scene. SAPS reacted swiftly to prevent these criminals from escaping, and they were left with no choice but to use lethal force – Image: Amanda Borain

SAPS shootout leaves three dead in Pietermaritzburg

The men sought by police had previously run rings around local law enforcement teams, acting with impunity during their shop raids. Yesterday, their luck ran out – but not before they targeted a business and helped themselves to money, cell phones, and other valuable items.

Cops were quickly summoned to the scene. The action took place downtown on Pietermaritz Street. A total of five suspects had engaged in yet another shop robbery, and were attempting to flee in a white VW Polo.

However, when their escape routes were blocked off, desperation got the better of these thugs.

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KZN ‘most-wanted’ suspects meet a bloody end

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From robbery to rough justice, the dramatic scene played out within a matter of minutes. Police officers involved in the operation have been praised for their bravery, and it is hoped that this severely decimated gang will no longer be able to terrorise the Pietermaritzburg community.

Two bodies were found lying by the roadside, and the getaway driver was discovered slumped over the wheel. Police closed the road off on Wednesday afternoon, before reopening it to traffic late last night. Police are still searching for the men that got away, however.