Farai Dziva|A member of the notorious machete wielding gang thought to be part of ” MaShurugwi” team was shot and later passed on in hospital, police have revealed.

Police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner, Paul Nyathi, quoted by The Herald condemned acts of public violence and attacks on cops.

“This follows an incident in Mphoengs on 3 January 2020 where a machete-wielding gang teamed up with some unruly elements to free, unlawful entry and theft suspect, Nkosana Moyo from police custody during indications,” he said.

“The gang went on to attack police officers and injured one in the process. During the scuffle, police fired some shots resulting in one suspect aged 35 being shot and passing on in hospital.

The released suspect, Nkosana Moyo only handed himself to the police on Saturday morning while still in police handcuffs.”