One suspect was shot dead during a gunfight between alleged robbers and police members in Booysens, Johannesburg on Wednesday night.
Police recovered two firearms.
It's still unclear what transpired and how many fatalities were recorded.
Meanwhile, motorists have been advised to avoid the M1 freeway and Xavier Road in Booysens.
These routes are currently believed to be high risk as it's still an active crime scene.
Gauteng police were unavailable to comment.
This story will be updated.
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