Durban cop allegedly kills fiancée, ex-lover in apparent murder-suicide

Durban cop allegedly kills fiancée, ex-lover in apparent murder-suicide

Durban police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide involving two of their own and an ex-lover.

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It's understood an officer shot and killed his fiancée during a domestic dispute in KwaSanti on Saturday night at 19:48. 


Police say the 28-year-old woman was also a cop, based at Pinetown Police Station.


KZN SAPS spokesperson, Thembeka Mbele said: "At 20:30, the suspect proceeded to R section in KwaDabeka where he fatally shot his ex-girlfriend aged 35 years." 


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"The suspect, aged 33-years was also found with a gunshot wound on the head. His service pistol was found next to the body. Both matters are still under investigation."


The incidents are being investigated by KwaDabeka and Mariannhill police. 

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