Officer’s alleged killing spree slated

POLICE unions have condemned a shocking incident involving one of their own in Protea Glen, calling for urgent action as questions mount over violence within the ranks.

- MASABATA MKWANANZI

This follows a tragic incident in which a police captain allegedly shot and killed his girlfriend, a fellow officer, and her brother, wounded three others, and then turned the gun on himself at a private gathering.

According to police, the captain served as a Group Commander stationed in Hillbrow, while his girlfriend was a police sergeant with the Yeoville Detectives. The officer allegedly used his service pistol, a Z88, and six spent cartridges were recovered at the scene. Those injured were immediately rushed to Bheki Mlangeni Hospital for medical treatment.

The gathering was reportedly held to celebrate the birthday of the captain’s girlfriend.

Gauteng police spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said witnesses at the scene reported that the captain called his girlfriend aside, and moments later, he was seen drawing a firearm.