The assailants, armed with bricks, shattered the car windows and injured both Cameron and Gotsell. Cameron suffered broken teeth and sustained facial injuries. In response to the aggressive assault, he fired his weapon, managing to injure one of the attackers. Authorities have since arrested two suspects, aged 16 and 18, on charges of attempted murder and attempted hijacking. The case reflects South Africa's ongoing struggle with crime, as the country grapples with one of the highest murder rates globally.
Police reported that one suspect was caught seeking medical treatment in a hospital the same day, while another was apprehended at a farm the following morning. A search for a third attacker continues. Explaining the timeline, Cameron recounted that "the first brick came through [the window]” and struck him while he defended himself and witnesses the assault on his colleagues.
He voiced the urgency of the moment, stating, "I realised that if we don't do something, then this can go really bad," leading to his decision to use his firearm before escaping to safety. Self-defense with a firearm is legally permitted in South Africa, provided one holds a valid license. Cameron, visibly injured during an interview, confirmed the severity of the assault, while Gotsell expressed gratitude for Cameron’s courageous actions following his release from the hospital.
The Democratic Alliance party condemned the attack, highlighting the disturbing prevalence of crime in the nation. The recent event has intensified discussions on the safety and security challenges faced by South African citizens and public figures alike.
For more updates and detailed coverage on similar stories in Africa, visit BBC Africa and follow their social media platforms for the latest developments.
Police reported that one suspect was caught seeking medical treatment in a hospital the same day, while another was apprehended at a farm the following morning. A search for a third attacker continues. Explaining the timeline, Cameron recounted that "the first brick came through [the window]” and struck him while he defended himself and witnesses the assault on his colleagues.
He voiced the urgency of the moment, stating, "I realised that if we don't do something, then this can go really bad," leading to his decision to use his firearm before escaping to safety. Self-defense with a firearm is legally permitted in South Africa, provided one holds a valid license. Cameron, visibly injured during an interview, confirmed the severity of the assault, while Gotsell expressed gratitude for Cameron’s courageous actions following his release from the hospital.
The Democratic Alliance party condemned the attack, highlighting the disturbing prevalence of crime in the nation. The recent event has intensified discussions on the safety and security challenges faced by South African citizens and public figures alike.
For more updates and detailed coverage on similar stories in Africa, visit BBC Africa and follow their social media platforms for the latest developments.
