Five men were arrested for housebreaking and theft following
a car chase and shootout with police in Belhar.
The incident occurred at Commerse Way in old Belhar
yesterday (Wednesday 5 July). Police received a complaint and upon
investigation, spotted a vehicle driving recklessly.
Provincial police spokesperson Sergeant Noloyiso Rwexana
says their members gave chase.
“The information indicated that this vehicle had been
involved in a housebreaking incident in Belhar.
“Soon, one of the suspects
jumped out the vehicle with a firearm in his hand. A shooting ensued,
during which four suspects were shot and wounded. They were transported to
hospital for treatment under police guard.”
A resident, who requested to remain anonymous, says she
witnessed one of the men running into a neighbour’s yard, where he was
apprehended.
Rwexana says the suspects are aged between 18 and 22 years.
“Once they are charged they will appear in the Blue Downs
Magistrate’s Court where they will be facing charges of housebreaking and
theft.”
Provincial police commissioner, Lieutenant-General
Khombinkosi Jula, applauded the police involved on their swift action.
