Suspect arrested after allegedly killing Cape Town cop

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The anti-gang unit has arrested a 42-year-old suspect in connection with the murder of a Cape Town police officer.

The officer and his partner had responded to a tip-off about an armed suspect in the area. An altercation with the suspect ensued and the constable sustained a fatal wound to his chest. His partner was unharmed and the suspect fled.The 9mm pistol he stole during the altercation with the police members was found in his possession and confiscated,” said provincial police spokesperson Col Andrè Traut.

“The circumstances surrounding the incident are being probed by Hawks investigators. The suspect’s court appearance is scheduled for Monday in Wynberg.”

 

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