South Africa: Police Launch Investigation After 'Gang Element' Opens Fire During Cape Town Protest

Cape Town police are investigating complaints of attempted murder after live ammunition was fired at them by a "gang element" as they monitored a protest in Woodlands, Mitchells Plain, on Monday, spokesperson Captain FC Van Wyk has said.

"At this stage, the investigation is ongoing. A case of attempted murder was registered for investigation," said Captain FC Van Wyk on Tuesday.

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