CRIME SCENE: Cleveland, Gauteng: The South African Police Services (SAPS) have fatally shot a suspect and arrested 10 more, all found in a light truck.

The police also recovered nine firearms following a shootout with the suspects on Monday, 21 September 2026, at approximately 19:36.

According to SAPS, Gauteng members were conducting patrols in the area, when they noticed a suspicious Hyundai H100 fitted with blue lights and a siren. 

The vehicle stopped when police approached, but suddenly drove off again. Police called for backup and continued following the suspicious vehicle.

“When the vehicle eventually stopped, three suspects allegedly jumped out and opened fire at the police. A shootout ensued between the police and the suspects. Two suspects fled the scene on foot, while a third suspect was fatally shot.

“Police subsequently searched the vehicle and found ten suspects inside. Nine firearms, magazines and live ammunition were recovered.

“Cleveland police have opened cases of murder, attempted murder, attempted business robbery, and possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition,” said SAPS