Three suspected extortionists killed in Bothasig

Three suspected extortionists have been killed in Bothasig in Cape Town during a shootout with officers. The police’s Andre Traut says the incident happened earlier today. Authorities were reacting to information received that seven occupants of a minibus taxi were trying to extort funds from shop owners in Dunoon. Traut says the group opened fire while being pursued. Four others are in hospital under police guard. #Newzroom405's Nasiphi Same is at the scene. Tune into Newzroom Afrika DStv channel 405 for more.