Two killed, five arrested after shooting and high-speed chase in Steenberg

Author: Rasaad AdamsPublished on: October 20, 2026Country: South Africa

Crime & Law

Two killed, five arrested after shooting and high-speed chase in Steenberg

Two men, aged 23 and 37, were shot dead on Military Road in Steenberg, South Africa, at about 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Five suspects aged 27 to 40 were arrested by Operation Prosper members after fleeing in a red Volkswagen Polo. They allegedly abandoned the car in Kirstenhof and hijacked a Toyota RunX, but police apprehended them shortly afterwards. Officers recovered two assault rifles from the hijacked vehicle, and the suspects are expected to appear in Wynberg Magistrates’ Court after being charged.

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