Second suspect arrested in connection with murders of Soshanguve community patrollers
They’re accused of attacking a group of 12 patrollers who were doing their routine checks in the area on Saturday.
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JOHANNESBURG - The Hawks have confirmed that a second suspect has been arrested in connection with the murder of community safety patrollers from the Marry Me informal settlement in Soshanguve, Pretoria.
The suspects, aged 27 and 50, were arrested on Monday in a multidisciplinary operation.
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They’re accused of attacking a group of 12 patrollers who were doing their routine checks in the area on Saturday.
Six of the patrollers have died, while four others remain in hospital.
The suspects are expected to appear at the Pretoria North Magistrates Court on Wednesday on charges of murder, attempted murder, possession of unlicenced firearms and ammunition.
Hawks spokesperson, Christopher Singo: "The first suspect to Soshanguve Extension 20. Upon arrival, police recovered one firearm, 9mm Girsan with ammunition and serial numbers filed off. The police proceeded to the second address in Soshanguve Extension 6 where the second suspect was arrested. During the arrest, the suspect was found in possession of a 9mm CZ with ammunition and its serial number also filed off."