Johannesburg police are investigating the murder of an off-duty metro police officer who was gunned down at her home.
It is understood that Judith Makwela was inside her vehicle at her home in River Park, Alexandra when a known suspect opened fire on her car.
The 54-year-old officer was rushed to a nearby hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.
“Officers Makwela’s son and a bystander were also shot during the incident, they sustained injuries and were taken to hospital.”
“The Sandringham SAPS [South African Police Service] attended to the crime scene and opened a murder case for further investigation to probe the motive for this heinous crime.
“The suspect is allegedly known but still at large. The JMPD [Johannesburg Metro Police Department] is working with SAPS to provide all necessary support in their investigation,” said JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla.
