ONE SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER TAXI BOSSES SHOT AT IN MIDRAND

One suspect has been arrested and police are searching for the others after suspects driving a Toyota Hilux bakkie opened fire at two (2) vehicles that were driven by taxi owners in Midrand on Tuesday, 20 August 2024 at approximately 15h30.

It is reported that taxi owners were from a meeting and being escorted by security officers when their two vehicles were shot at by the suspects. A shootout ensued between the suspects and the security officers who were escorting the taxi owners.

It is further reported that one of the suspects was left behind as the two others drove away. Police were alerted and responded swiftly.

The suspect, who was left behind, was hunted and found with an AK-47 magazine, not far from the scene.

Two of the taxi owners and two bystanders were hit by the bullets during the shootout and sustained injuries.

They were all taken to the nearest medical care centre for medical treatment.

Police have opened a case of attempted murder and are on the lookout for the suspects who are still at large. The arrested suspect is expected to appear before the local Magistrate’s Court in due course.