Third suspect in dock after arrest for Reiger Park murders

A 27-year-old man has been added as the third accused in a case relating to the fatal shooting of two anti-gang unit police officers and two civilians in Reiger Park, Ekurhuleni.

He made his first appearance in the Boksburg magistrate’s court following his arrest at his place of residence on August 19.

“His arrest followed an intelligence-driven operation arising from further police investigations that linked him to the matter,” said NPA spokesperson Magaboke Mohlatlole.

He joins two other men who have already been charged in connection with the fatal shooting.

The charges stem from a fatal shooting incident that occurred in Reiger Park on August 7 . Four people lost their lives:

It is alleged the two anti-gang unit officers were responding to reports of gunfire in the area when they came under attack and were fatally shot.

All three accused are expected to appear before the Boksburg magistrate’s court on August 25 for a formal bail application.