Mitchell’s Plain SAPS and Anti-Gang Unit members responding to random shooting between rivals gangs in Tafelsig last night, that saw a 10-year-old girl killed, arrested two suspects in a street by street raid.
The first suspect, aged 26 was arrested in Olifantshoek Street in Tafelsig. Shortly thereafter a 21-year-old with an unlicensed firearm was also arrested not far from the scene. Both suspects are believed to have strong links with local gangs.
Meanwhile there is a heavy police presence in the area comprising Mitchell’s Plain police, Operation Lockdown forces as well as Anti-Gang Unit members in an effort to create safety and prevent flare-ups. The deployments will remain in the area until calm is restored.