Two teenagers arrested for shooting incident of Hanover Park boy

Western Cape police arrested two teenagers in Hanover Park on Wednesday afternoon for allegedly being behind the attempted murder of a minor.

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Police said suspects believed to be linked to gang activity opened fire in public at around 14:30, whereby a stray bullet penetrated the 4-year-old boy in Moray Court. The child was transported to a medical facility for treatment.

‘’Swift and decisive action by members of the South African Police Service led to the arrest of two 17-year-old suspects shortly after the incident. The pair are currently in custody and will appear in court once they have been charged,’’ said Colonel Andrè Traut, Western Cape police spokesperson.

The Western Cape police condemned the incident describing it as “ruthless and reckless conduct of criminals who continue to endanger innocent lives.”

‘’The Western Cape police management has expressed outrage at the incident and reaffirmed its commitment to eradicating gangsterism and protecting the most vulnerable members of society. Focused policing operations continue to be conducted across identified hotspots to clamp down on those who perpetuate violence and disregard for human life. The SAPS calls on the community to work closely with law enforcement by sharing information that can assist in ensuring that those responsible for these senseless acts are brought to justice,’’ said Traut.

 

Done by: Mitchum George