CRIME SCENE: Hanover Park, Cape Town: The South African Police Service (SAPS) have arrested five alleged gang members after a female teacher was shot at a public swimming pool.

SAPS said members of the Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit arrested the five men following the shooting of the 36-year-old teacher at the pool in Nonston Street, Hanover Park on Monday, 9 November 2026.

“The team embarked on a manhunt and spotted a black BMW with four occupants at Lansery Walk, Hanover Park. As police were approaching, the suspects’ vehicle sped off and a high speed chase ensued.  

“They were apprehended and during a vehicle search, members seized a 9mm pistol with four rounds of ammunition, 71 ecstasy tablets and an undisclosed amount of cash. The four suspects between the ages of 24 and 50-years were arrested for possession of an unlicensed firearm, illegal possession of ammunition and dealing in drugs,” said SAPS.

The police also traced and arrested a 26-year-old man who was wanted in connection with another attempted murder case registered at Philippi SAPS.

The suspects will appear before the Athlone Magistrate’s court on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.