Joburg church, South Africa – In a shocking and tragic incident, Pastor Dwayne Gordon was fatally shot during a church service at Eagles Christian Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. The shooting, which occurred on Friday night, left the local community and the wider religious world in a state of deep mourning.
Gordon was leading the service when armed gang members stormed the church and opened fire. The entire horrifying incident was captured on a live stream, showcasing the suspects robbing congregants before fleeing the scene. Three congregants were reported to be injured in the shooting.
Prophet Dwayne Gordon, shot dead at a church in Newlands, JHB last night. Pastor Enrico Mosavel was wounded. pic.twitter.com/b1s74SR9AN
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Police spokesperson Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi confirmed that a case of murder and two counts of attempted murder is under investigation. The assailants, still at large, robbed the congregation of their cellphones and belongings before fleeing the scene.
Eagle Christian Church, where the incident took place, expressed their grief and stated that they would implement additional security measures to ensure the safety of their congregation in future gatherings. They urged for continued prayers, support, and love during this challenging time.
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) condemned the heinous act, emphasizing the need for stronger action against rising violent crime. ACDP’s deputy president, Wayne Thring, called on authorities to spare no effort in bringing the perpetrators to justice and stressed the importance of safeguarding sacred spaces from criminal activity.
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Source: vothisaucamau.edu.vn
