A 21 year old man was severely beaten by the community after he was apprehended during a home invasion in Osindisweni – KZN this morning (Friday).
Members of Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) were dispatched to the area at approximately 04:44 after receiving a call for assistance from residents.
On arrival, Reaction Officers discovered a man with his hand and legs bound with rope. The suspect was extensively injured.
According to members of the community, the suspect and three accomplices arrived in a white/silver Toyota Etios (registration unknown). They attempted to forcefully gain entry into a home but attracted attention to themselves. The suspects fired shots in the air while they fled to their vehicle. One of their accomplices was apprehended by the community after his getaway vehicle sped off.
During questioning, the suspect informed Reaction Officers that he and his accomplices intended on robbing several houses in the area. A 9mm spent cartridge (picture 2) was recovered on scene.
The Waterloo – KZN resident was placed under arrest and handed over to the Verulam SAPS for further investigation.