An elderly man (71) and his 11-year-old son were shot during a robbery that took place at their home in Kirkwood during the early hours of yesterday morning, March 26, by suspects allegedly posing as police officers
According to a preliminary report, it is alleged that the family was asleep at their home in Madikeni Township in Dunbrody when at about 02:45, the owner heard a knock on the door. He opened the door after he was informed by a person outside that they were police officials. He was confronted by four males and a female who pointed a gun at him. The man was handcuffed and it is unknown at this stage what was taken from the house.
Police spokesperson, Col. Priscilla Naidu, said that the owner sustained a gunshot wound to his abdomen.
“Detectives are still probing the circumstances relating to 11-year-old’s shooting. He also sustained a gunshot wound to his abdomen. Both injured victims were taken to hospital for medical attention,” she explained.
The suspects fled in a white VW Polo that was found at a house in KwaDwesi by K9 members yesterday morning. “It has been confiscated for further investigation. It is further alleged that the suspects were wearing police uniforms,” Naidu added.
SAPS Kirkwood detectives are investigating two cases of attempted murder and a house robbery. Anyone who can assist with any information leading to the arrest of the suspects is asked to contact D/Capt. Freddie Moss at SAPS Kirkwood on 082 319 9227 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. All information is confidential and callers may remain anonymous.
