JMPD arrests 1 more suspect believed to be connected to officer’s murder

JOHANNESBURG - The Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) has arrested one more suspect believed to be connected to the murder of another JMPD officer.

Earlier this week, Nkululeko Mbambo was shot and killed in Leondale, Ekurhuleni.

Metro police said they managed to recover the officer's service pistol that was stolen during the incident, as well as a hijacked vehicle.

In a video seen by EWN, one man can be seen walking up to an unmarked bakkie in a parking lot where he opens fire on an occupant a number of times before fleeing.

JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla said the two-day operation led to the arrest of four suspects who would be appearing in court soon.

"Continuing their operation into Thursday, 17 April 2025, the team proceeded to the Lawley Station Informal Settlement. There, one additional suspect was apprehended, and officer Mbambo’s service firearm was recovered, although its serial number had been filed off."