Five gang-affiliated suspects arrested after a 36-year-old female teacher was shot and wounded at a public swimming pool in Nonston Street, Hanover Park

Members of the SAPS Western Cape #AntiGangUnit arrested five #gang-affiliated male suspects, after a 36-year-old female teacher was shot and wounded at a public swimming pool in Nonston Street, Hanover Park on Monday 09 November 2026.

The team embarked on a manhunt and spotted a black BMW with four occupants at Lansery Walk, Hanover Park. As police were approaching, the suspects’ vehicle sped off and a high speed chase ensued.  They were apprehended and during a vehicle search, members seized a 9mm pistol with four rounds of ammunition, 71 ecstasy tablets and an undisclosed amount of cash. The four suspects between the ages of 24 and 50 were arrested for possession of an unlicensed firearm, illegal possession of ammunition and dealing in drugs.

Furthermore, police traced and arrested a 26-year-old male suspect who was wanted in connection with another attempted murder case registered at Philippi SAPS.

The five suspects will appear before the Athlone Magistrate’s court on Wednesday 11 November 2026.