TimesLIVE reports that Western Cape police are investigating the shooting of a police officer whose body was found with several gunshot wounds on Sunday morning in Disa Street, Vrygrond.

The incident took place on Sunday at about 1.40am. Police spokesperson Captain FC Van Wyk said it was established after investigation that the officer was an off-duty sergeant stationed at Steenberg SAPS. “The suspect/s fled the scene and are yet to be arrested. The motive for the shooting is unknown,” he indicated.

• Read the original of the report in the above regard by Shonisani Tshikalange at TimesLIVE

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