‘Most-wanted' CIT murder suspects dead in Boksburg shootout
The gun battle took place in Boksburg on Saturday afternoon. Picture: Vision Tactical
Two of South Africa's most wanted cash-in-transit and murder suspects have been shot dead during a shootout with police in Boksburg.
The gun battle took place in Boksburg on Saturday afternoon.
Shootout
Police spokesperson Colonel Mavela Masondo said firearms, including an AK-47 rifle, were recovered.
'Fortunately, no members of the Saps were harmed during the incident.
'The suspects are linked to cases in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) provinces'.
Gauteng Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant-General Tommy Mthombeni said the operation involved various police units, security companies, and counterintelligence forces.
'Since the start of the year, 76 such incidents have been recorded nationwide, with 18 security guards tragically killed since January 2024'.
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Several suspects linked to violent crimes in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal were fatally shot during a police operation in Boksburg. Newzroom Afrika's @sholwana_z reports live from the scene. #Newzroom405
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Police visibility
Mthombeni said operations had increasingly required advanced surveillance and intelligence-sharing to track potential suspects.
He added that to counteract the surge, Gauteng has been divided into north and south working teams to bolster efforts, enhance police visibility.
'We aim to stabilise the situation by being proactive and ensuring law enforcement is always a step ahead'.
Mthombeni said recent arrests in key heist cases in KZN and Gauteng demonstrate 'significant progress'.
Bravery
Ministry of police spokesperson Kamogelo Mogotsi applauded the efforts of the law enforcement officers involved in this operation.
'Their bravery and professionalism continue to disrupt organised crime and protect our communities. These actions serve as a clear message that law enforcement remains resolute in the fight against violent crime and will continue to pursue justice without fear or favour'.
CIT shootout
Last week, a security officer was killed in a deadly CIT on the link road between Mandeni and the N2 in KZN after a group of armed suspects ambushed a security vehicle.
IPSS Medical spokesperson Samantha Meyrick said the suspects launched a violent attack on the security vehicle.
'The cash-in-transit vehicle had been targeted by a group of gunmen, which led to one security officer being shot.'
Meyrick said the robbers reportedly attempted to use explosives to access the cash but failed.
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