GEORGE NEWS - Thembalethu detectives are working around the clock to follow up on all leads after a 30-year-old off-duty police officer was shot and left with multiple gunshot wounds to his upper body and leg.
The incident occurred at around 00:30 this morning, Wednesday 1 April, in 26th Street, Thembalethu near Truns.
According to Southern Cape police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Malcolm Pojie, it is reported that the victim became involved in a fight with the suspect, who then returned with reinforcements.
Shots were fired, leaving the officer in a critical condition. He was later admitted to intensive care.
The suspects fled the scene in a vehicle and remain at large.
“Police are appealing to anyone with information about the incident, or the identity and whereabouts of the suspects, to come forward,” said Pojie.
Members of the public can contact the investigating officer on 079 894 1676 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
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