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Ramaphosa mourns patrollers killed in Qumbu

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Ramaphosa mourns patrollers killed in Qumbu

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President Cyril Ramaphosa

8th October 2024

By: Thabi Shomolekae
Creamer Media Senior Writer

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President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed sadness at the killing of six community patrollers in Qumbu, in the Eastern Cape, saying this should strengthen government’s resolve to stop criminals from terrorising communities.

The horrific shooting, on Sunday, also saw four others critically injured.

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Ramaphosa said the patrollers were reportedly preparing for duty at their base at Lugongozo Senior Secondary School when attackers struck with an assortment of firearms.

Government said this senseless act of violence was totally unacceptable, vowing that law enforcement agencies would ensure that the perpetrators were brought to book.

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Ramaphosa offered his deep condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the survivors a speedy recovery.

“Our thoughts are with the families of these community members who died while playing their part to keep their area safe. Following so soon after an equally tragic shooting at Lusikisiki, this new incident saddens and outrages us,” he said.

He explained that criminals terrorised communities in the mistaken belief that they were untouchable.

“They will be brought to justice alongside anyone who harbours such criminals and does not report information to the authorities,” Ramaphosa said.

Acting government spokesperson Nomonde Mnukwa said the families of the victims would receive psycho-social support services from government.

Government has called on all sectors of society, including community leaders, civil society and local authorities, to work together in the ongoing fight against crime.

“It is through unity and collaboration that we can create safer communities and prevent future tragedies of this nature. Together, we must stand firm against the scourge of violence and criminality. No one should have to live in fear, and the government will continue to prioritise efforts to ensure the safety and security of all South Africans,” said Mnukwa.

The President welcomed the intensive police investigation into the incident, saying the South African Police Service was confident it had produced a positive lead.

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