A manhunt is under way for brazen would-be hijackers who tried to rob a police officer with a fake weapon on Monday morning.
A constable was driving a state vehicle in Westonaria on the West Rand when the occupants of a blue BMW stopped next to him and smashed his driver's window, police spokesperson Col Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi said.
“The constable fired shots, prompting the suspects to speed off, leaving a firearm behind which was later discovered to be a toy gun.
“Police are investigating a case of attempted hijacking and malicious damage to property.”
Anyone with information that can assist with the investigation is requested to contact the Crime Stop Hotline on 08600 10111.
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