The assailants managed to disarm the officers and fatally shot Mogale in the head.
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Petje sustained no injuries during the attacks.
The suspects have not been apprehended and they managed to take off with two police service pistols.
Police Minister Bheki Cele will be visiting the home of a slain police officer who was shot in the head by unknown suspects. Image: Lisa HnatowiczSource: Getty Images
Cele will be visiting the homes of both officers after receiving a full briefing from the SAPS provincial management.
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They were apprehended on the Kempton Park R21 Highway in Johannesburg.
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The suspects were found in a white Toyota Corolla that was fitted with police blue lights.
They were also dressed in Metro Police uniforms.
Police found unlicensed firearms after searching the vehicle.
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The suspects are facing charges of possession of unlicensed firearms, impersonating the police and hijacking.
Today, the SAPS have honoured Sergeant Minah Thinane, a veteran of 14 years.
She has made a massive contribution to the Tshwane Tactical Response Team (TRT).
She joined the Briefly News team in 2021.
She has 6 years of experience in the journalism field.
She worked as a lifestyle writer and editor at W24 and Opera News.
She graduated with a BA degree majoring in Journalism and Media Studies in 2017.
She’s a recipient of the INMA Elevate Scholarship.
