GQEBERHA: A 31-year-old suspect is detained on multiple charges for attempted murder, theft from motor vehicle and trespassing with the intent to steal which took place at the metro premises in Creswell Street, Sidwell.

It is alleged that on Saturday 31 July 2021 at approximately 15:45, the security guard at the premises requested for assistance after he noticed three suspects climbing into the vehicle pound. Metro police responded and on arrival three suspects fled in different directions by jumping over the boundary wall. When the metro officer followed one of the suspects, the suspect attempted to attack the metro officer with a crowbar. After warning the suspect the officer fired one shot, injuring him in the upper groin area. The suspect was arrested and taken to hospital for treatment.

The following items were recovered and handed in at SAPS Algoa Park, crowbar, vehicle mag wheel, vehicle battery and vehicle radiator. The suspect will appear in the New Brighton Magistrates’ Court during the week on abovementioned charges.

Source: South African Police Service