“Two male suspects emerged from VW Polo and a scuffle ensued between the suspects and the two constables.
“Both constables were shot and their firearms were taken.”
One constable died at the scene, while the second was taken to hospital with a gunshot wound to his leg.
Gauteng police have mobilised a 72-hour activation plan to trace the suspects, while national SAPS appealed to anyone who has information on the whereabouts of the suspects to contact the police.
Information may be communicated via the SAPS Crime Stop number 086-00-10111 or via the MySAPS app, which can be downloaded on iPhone or Android.
All information will be treated with strictest confidence and callers may remain anonymous, said Naidoo.
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