By Everson Luhanga
A police officer is in stable condition after being shot by suspects in a shootout that left three hijackers dead in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, on Friday.
Provincial police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said the suspects hijacked a woman at R Section in Umlazi when the police responded quickly.
“A high-speed chase ensued, and at T Section, the suspects opened fire on the police, leading to a shootout,” said Netshiunda.
Three suspects were shot and killed. A police officer was shot in the arm but is in stable condition.
The suspects were found with three firearms and the hijacked vehicle. The hijacking victim was not harmed.
Pictured above: The crime scene.
Source: KZN SAPS
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