20/10/2026
๐จ๐ฟ๐ฆ GANG VIOLENCE IN CAPE TOWN: ANOTHER SOBERING REMINDER OF THE FIGHT AGAINST ILLEGAL FI****MS
๐ STEENBERG | WESTERN CAPE
Five suspects have been arrested following a deadly shooting in Military Road, Steenberg, in which two men, aged 23 and 37, lost their lives.
According to reports, the suspects allegedly fled in a red VW Polo before abandoning the vehicle and hijacking a Toyota RunX in an attempt to escape. Police apprehended the five men shortly afterwards, with two assault ri**es reportedly recovered during the operation.
The City of Cape Townโs Law Enforcement officers also assisted in the pursuit, with additional resources, including aviation support and K9 units, deployed during the search.
โ ๏ธ THE REALITY OF THE THREAT
The recovery of assault ri**es in connection with a gang-related shooting highlights the serious danger that illegal fi****ms pose to our communities, law enforcement officers and innocent members of the public.
Behind every violent incident are families who lose loved ones and communities left traumatised by senseless violence.
๐ค A UNITED APPROACH TO SAFER COMMUNITIES
At EXPOL Security Services, we believe that effective crime prevention requires cooperation, intelligence sharing and strong working relationships between private security, SAPS and other law enforcement agencies.
Arrests are an important step, but sustained efforts against gangsterism and organised crime must continue. Thorough investigations, the lawful removal of illegal fi****ms and successful prosecutions are essential to breaking the cycle of violence.
Our thoughts are with the families of the two victims.
๐ฟ๐ฆ Together, through cooperation and a commitment to public safety, we can work towards safer communities.