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eNCAeNCA22/11/2025
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Carjacker wounded in foiled G20 hijacking

Carjacker wounded in foiled G20 hijacking

Executive Summary

Security forces in Johannesburg foiled a hijacking attempt on a vehicle hired for the G20 Summit. Last night, a man armed with an imitation firearm targeted a car transporting members of the SAPS National Intervention Unit, leading officers to fire a shot that wounded the suspect. The man was hospitalized under police guard and will face attempted hijacking charges in court once fit. NATJOINTS stated the incident highlights the summit's strict security measures and serves as a warning that threats will be dealt with decisively.