‘Claws are out for police killers‚’ says Hawks head after suspects nabbed for Table Bay cop’s murder

15 December 2016 - 09:00 By Tmg Digital
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Three suspects allegedly linked to Monday’s murder of Sea Border Unit constable Mziwonke Siwisa will spend the long weekend behind bars after being arrested on Wednesday night.

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Siwisa‚ who was stationed at Table Bay Harbour‚ “was allegedly shot and killed whilst reportedly on his way to work”‚ a Hawks statement said.

His service pistol was stolen.

“The trio were nabbed in Kraaifontein‚ Bloekombos. One illegal handgun with a filed-off serial number was seized. It is due to be subjected to ballistic tests to determine whether it is linked to other crimes.”

Hawks head Lieutenant-General Mthandazo Ntlemeza said: “The claws are out for police killers. We promised that no stone will be left unturned in tracking those responsible for this heinous crime. We have maximised resources and continue to mobilise communities to identify and isolate those who have disregard for the rule of law in this country”.

The suspects - aged between 21 and 22 - are expected to appear in the Kuilsrivier Magistrate’s Court on Monday to face charges of murder‚ possession of an unlicensed firearm and armed robbery with aggravating circumstances.

 – TMG Digital

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