Four suspects have been killed in a shoout out in Yeolville in Johannesburg.
One other suspect was injured in the shootout with police on Wednesday morning.
It is understood that the suspects were under surveillance when they were following a potential victim home from the airport.
The group tried to evade police, which led to a high-speed chase when the shootout ensued.
Shootout
Police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko said officers are busy combing the scene.
“Active crime scene at Yeoville. Four suspects were fatally wounded, and one was injured. Three firearms recovered.”
The suspects were linked to a syndicate targeting travellers at airports, following them to their homes and robbing them.
This is a developing story
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