BREAKING NEWS: Armed Police Officer Hold Mom and Learner Hostage in Mamelodi on September 9, 2025.

BREAKING NEWS: Armed Police Officer Hold Mom and Learner Hostage in Mamelodi on September 9, 2025.

By Mamelodi News, September 9, 2025.

A dramatic hostage situation unfolded in Mamelodi East, Tshwane, on Tuesday afternoon, September 9, 2025, when an armed police officer allegedly took a mother and her teenage child hostage at a residence in the area. Eyewitnesses reported hearing two shots fired before the incident escalated, prompting a swift response from local authorities.

According to reports from Pretoria Rekord and The Citizen, the suspect is believed to be a police officer from the Boschkop police station. Mamelodi police were immediately dispatched to the scene, deploying negotiators and the elite Tactical Response Team (TRT) to manage the high-risk standoff. The TRT unit arrived promptly, securing the perimeter around the house to ensure public safety while attempting to de-escalate the situation.

Details emerging from the scene indicate that the officer allegedly entered the property and barricaded himself inside with the mother and her learner (schoolchild), creating a tense atmosphere for residents in the bustling township. Eyewitnesses described the initial chaos, with the sound of gunshots alerting neighbors who quickly alerted authorities. "We heard the shots and saw police rushing in; it's scary because it's supposed to be one of their own doing this," one local told Rekord.

As of the latest updates around 2:00 PM SAST, the situation remained ongoing, with police negotiators engaging the suspect in an effort to secure the safe release of the hostages. No injuries have been reported among the mother and child, but the incident has heightened concerns in Mamelodi, a community already grappling with various crime challenges. Social media posts from crime activist Yusuf Abramjee amplified the breaking news, linking to Rekord's coverage and urging calm while highlighting the unusual nature of a police officer being the perpetrator.

This event comes amid broader discussions about internal issues within the South African Police Service (SAPS), including officer misconduct and mental health support. Authorities have not yet released the officer's name or motive, but investigations are underway to determine the circumstances leading to the hostage-taking. The Gauteng Provincial Police spokesperson has confirmed the deployment of specialized units and appealed to the public to avoid the area to allow for a safe resolution.

Mamelodi, known for its vibrant community but also for incidents of violence, has seen increased police operations in recent months, including arrests related to gender-based violence and illegal firearms. However, this case involving an on-duty officer has shocked residents and raised questions about vetting and oversight within the force.

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