Limpopo police sergeant arrested after killing wife and domes

The police sergeant was arrested following a shootout with police in the Makuya police precinct on Thursday night.

He was seen driving at high speed along Tshitavha road near Sambandou bridge.

The 44-year-old man had been on the run since Tuesday.

Police spokesperson Hlulani Mashaba said that following the shooting incident, the Independent Investigation Police Directorate (IPID) was informed to investigate the case further.

“When the police tried to stop the vehicle, the suspect fired multiple shots at them, prompting the police to intervene quickly. The suspect was injured in the conflict, and a police officer was slightly injured. The police seized a service pistol and ammunition.

“Both the suspect and the injured officer were transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. The suspect is expected to appear before the Masisi Magistrate’s Court soon on two charges of murder and attempted murder.”

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