Overview
- Police acting on information about a courier robbery in Thokoza spotted a silver Corolla entering the N12 at Kliprivier Road and attempted a stop.
- The suspects fled toward Soweto, and the pursuit ended between Xavier Street and the Soweto off-ramp where a shootout occurred.
- Three suspects were declared dead at the scene and one was injured, according to Gauteng police.
- Officers recovered two firearms and suspected stolen stock, with law enforcement and emergency medical teams securing the scene.
- JMPD closed all westbound lanes before Diepkloof and urged motorists to exit at Xavier Street or use the M1 or Golden Highway as alternatives.