A KZN policewoman shoots a dead colleague and wounds another during a domestic raid

As a result of the tactical operation, one officer was killed and another was injured after a policewoman allegedly fired her R-5 rifle
The incident occurred at Boboyi, near Port Shepstone on the South Coast in KwaZulu-Natal, on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
The operation involved six Public Order Police (POP) officers and two K-9 team members who responded to a domestic violence call
IPID spokesperson Phaladi Shuping told Briefly News that the directorate has launched an investigation to shed light on the case

A female KZN tactical team officer fires a firearm, killing and injuring her colleagues — A police officer belonging to the tactical team killed one and injured another during an operation in Baboyi. Photos: @AthlendaM
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PORT SHEPSTONE – Police Officer in KwaZulu-Natal died allegedly at the hands of a colleague while conducting a tactical operation near Port Shepstone.

The incident reportedly occurred in Boboyi on the South Coast on Sunday, November 3, 2024. At approximately 10 p.m., an eight-person Public Order Police (POP) and K-9 Unit team were responding to domestic complaints in the area.

A policeman shoots his dead colleague and wounds another

Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) spokesman Phaladi Shuping he said Briefly News Law enforcement was then trying to locate the allegedly aggressive suspect.

“During tactical operations aimed at subduing the suspect, a stun grenade was used in one of the rooms of the house. The officer, believing she was being attacked, allegedly opened fire with his R-5 rifle, accidentally hitting two colleagues.

Minister of Police Senzo Mchunu Member of the K-9 unit who sustained injuries. We remain committed to supporting those affected by this tragedy and will do everything we can to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.”

Shuping said the incident had been reported to IPID for investigation.

“The directorate is investigating culpable homicide and negligence in connection with the firearms allegations,” he said.

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu responded to the incident, saying his department was committed to supporting those affected by the incident.