| 2024/07/10 |
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Media Statement GQEBERHA – Members attached to Provincial Anti-Gang unit arrested two alleged murder suspects within 24 hours after two young boys were shot and killed in Bethelsdorp on Monday 08 July 2024. This follows after the body of Malique Arnolds (15) was found with gunshot wounds at Rensburg Street, Arcadia on Monday 08 July 2024 at approximately 13:00, in Bethelsdorp. In an unrelated incident, police responded to a complaint at approximately 15:00 at the corner of Sunflower and Carney Streets, Arcadia where a body of Luciano Bailey (15) was found with multiple wounds to his upper body. Preliminary investigation was done by police with no success. According to the information on the day of the incidents, the shootings was allegedly gang related and the Provincial Anti-Gang unit took over the investigation. Thorough investigation by the team led to the positive identification of the offenders involved in the murders. On Tuesday 09 July 2024 at about 14:00, the detectives arrested two suspects, aged 17 and 27, from their different homes within Gqeberha on charges of murder. The suspect (17) is appearing at court in Nerina house today while the 27-year-old suspect is appearing at Gqeberha Magistrate court tomorrow 11 July 2024. Acting Nelson Mandela District Commissioner, Brigadier Ronald Koll commended the detective officers for the swift investigation that led to the arrest. “The dedication, commitment and professionalism of these officers undoubtedly contributes to the safety and security of our community”, he concluded. Ends
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