On Wednesday, 23 October 2024 at about 11:45, a team comprising of members from the detectives, crime intelligence, specialised units and visible policing worked on some leads, and managed to locate the suspect at the house in Tsewu Street, New Brighton.

It is further alleged that as operational members were tactically entering the house, a man (suspect) who was in possession of a firearm was about to shoot, and members opened fire. He sustained gunshot wounds in the upper body, and was declared dead at the scene. Police also seized a Glock firearm with ammunition. An inquest docket was opened for further investigation.

Source: South African Police Service