ion with the killing of Nathaniel Julies in Eldorado Park.
Two police officers were arrested on Friday for the crime and were initially charged with murder and defeating the ends of justice. The 16-year-old, who had Down syndrome, was shot allegedly by police just a few meters from his home on Wednesday and died the following day. His death sparked protests in the community with residents venting their anger on the streets with burning tyres and rocks. Authorities claimed Julies was shot during a crossfire between rival gangs, but residents - including the teenager’s family – insisted that he was shot by police.
Police Minister Bheki Cele and President Cyril Ramaphosa both called for cool heads so that investigations could run their course.Download the EWN app to your iOS or Android device.
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