The Hawks spokesperson in the Free State, Christopher Singo, tells OFM News that a shootout ensued between a suspect and the police in Wepener on Tuesday. He says the shooting took place while police were responding to a report of an armed robbery. Singo says two businesses were robbed at about 19:00 in Wepener on Tuesday. He adds that during the shoot-out, one police officer was fatally wounded and died on the scene, while another officer was injured. Singo says five suspects have been arrested, while the other one is still on the run.

Singo further adds that the suspect was identified as Keke Ndibe. He appealed to the public or anyone with information that can assist in locating Ndibe, to contact Colonel Babane Skota on 079-509-4998 or visit the nearest police station.

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