The man accused of shooting and killing Monique Horn in Eldorado Park last Saturday has surrendered to authorities.
According to investigators, Horn was murdered in a crossfire, and the trigger man was definitely recognised by others who observed the shooting.
Police spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo said: “Police can confirm that one of the suspects in a case of murder that took place in Eldorado Park handed himself over at one of the police stations in Johannesburg on Wednesday. The suspect is being questioned and further investigated.”
Three spent cartridges and one live round of ammunition were found near where the deceased was discovered.
“It is alleged that the known suspect came across a male whom he had an altercation with at the corner of Silwer and Cumming roads in Eldorado Park. The suspect allegedly intended to shoot at the male, however, he shot at the 24-year-old female victim who was a bystander,” said the police at the time.
The culprit is believed to have fled after realising he had murdered the wrong person.
Community activist Dereleen James said: “The senseless killings of our women will never be condoned. Those transgressing in this manner must face the full might of the law.”
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