WESTERN CAPE – The South African Police Service condemns the violent attack on a police officer at Delft SAPS during the early hours of Monday, 8 June 2026.
At approximately 02:05, a police constable was standing outside the Community Service Centre when he was approached by a suspect armed with an axe. The suspect allegedly struck the member on the head, causing serious injuries.
A fellow police officer who witnessed the incident immediately responded and fired warning shots, causing the suspects to flee the scene. The suspects abandoned their vehicle and attempted to evade arrest.
A coordinated pursuit by SAPS members and LEAP officers resulted in the arrest of three suspects, two men aged 23 and 25, and a 23-year-old woman. The axe believed to have been used in the attack was also recovered.
The injured police officer was transported to a medical facility for treatment and is reported to be in a stable condition.
The suspects have been detained and are expected to appear in court on charges related to the incident.
The circumstances surrounding the attack are under investigation.
