5 killed in hostage situation at Gauteng church

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Police have arrested several suspects while still engaging hostage negotiators.

JOHANNESBURG - At least five people have been killed during a hostage situation at the International Pentecost Holiness Church in Zuurbekom.An undisclosed number of cars have been set alight.

#sapsGP Early hours this morning #SAPS was alerted to a hostage situation & shooting @ International Pentcost Holiness Church, Zuurbekom, 30 suspects arrested & seized more than 25 firearms. 5 fatalities are confirmed. The scene is still active with SAPS Hostage Negotiators. TM pic.twitter.com/5sMjYkYFjg

 

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