Off-duty Cape Town cop shot multiple times, fighting for life in hospital

An off-duty police officer in Cape Town was shot multiple times over the weekend and is currently recovering in the hospital. No arrests have been made as the gunmen remain at large, prompting a police investigation into the motive for the attack.

• An off-duty police officer was shot in Cape Town over the weekend.
• He is recovering in hospital and no arrests have been made.
• The gunmen are still at large and police are investigating the motive for the attack.

The 35-year-old officer was with his girlfriend when he was shot multiple times in Delft, prompting his colleagues to find him in Symphony Way, Leiden. The officer, from the Parow police station, sustained serious injuries and was rushed to the hospital for treatment. The suspect(s) fled the scene and are currently evading arrest, while the police continue to investigate the reasoning behind the attack.

The police union has condemned the shooting, emphasizing the need for stricter penalties for those convicted of killing law enforcement officers. The community is urged to collaborate with law enforcement to prevent such senseless acts of violence.

If you have any information about the Delft shooting, please contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.