Reiger Park shooting: 23-year-old suspect arrested in mass shooting that claimed six lives
A 23-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the drive-by mass shooting that claimed the lives of six people in Reiger Park.
The six victims were killed and three others wounded in what police described as a drive-by shooting on the evening of November 1, 2025, in Williams Road in Reiger Park, Boksburg.
“It is reported that in the afternoon of Saturday, November 1, 2025, two vehicles, a silver Polo and a black Polo, came to this area and started shooting randomly,” said Gauteng police spokesperson, Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi.
Nevhuhulwi said the suspect was arrested on Monday evening following investigations conducted by Anti-Gang unit. She added that the motive was not yet known.
The suspect is expected to appear in the Boksburg court on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, Major General Kekana has applauded the team for their relentless efforts and further thanked the community for their cooperation.
“The arrest will not have been this quick without your assistance, thank you. From the engagements that we have had with you, you heard our plea to cooperate and work together with the police to rid our communities of these criminal elements”, said Kekana.
Nevhuhulwi said police continue to appeal to the community for their support in the ongoing fight against crime.
“The public can report any criminal activities on the Crime Stop Line at 08600 10111 or anonymously provide tip-offs on MySAPS App.”
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