Nigerian 'drug dealer' attacks police officer during operation in South Africa

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Nigerian 'drug dealer' attacks police officer during operation in South Africa
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The JMPD says a Nigerian suspected drug dealer attacked one of its officers during an operation north of South Africa's biggest city.

South African police protect their injured colleague during clashes with students at Johannesburg's University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa. The students' refusal to accept fee hikes is another blow for Africa's most advanced economy, which is at risk of being cut to "junk" by ratings agencies later this year. REUTERS/Siphiwe Sibeko

JMPD said its officers were following a lead on the Nigerian suspect on Sunday afternoon and when they arrived at the scene, the suspect called for reinforcement, alleging he was being robbed.“During the ensuing events, two suspects were shot, one was critically injured and taken to Olivedale Hospital, and the other sustained a hand wound. He was treated at the scene by paramedics and subsequently arrested.

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