#Durban Two killed in N2 shootout, traffic at a standstill

 A shootout between police and suspects has brought the N2 highway near Springfield to a halt. Two suspects have been killed on scene, paramedics report. 

It is understood that some policemen have been injured, while the suspects have fled into the nearby bush. Police and paramedics are on the scene. 

Rescue Care Paramedics spokesperson Garrith Jamieson issued an audio recording reporting that their had been a shootout on the highway near the Queen Nandi off ramp. He said there was a shootout and a car accident, with multiple people injured. 

Listen:

It is understood that the suspects had fled into bush. It was unclear if all suspects involved had been killed as police were not immediately available for comment. 

Surveillance cameras show the traffic congestion caused by the incident on the N2.  Pictures: Supplied

Details about the shootout were still unclear, said the paramedic. 

READER's NOTE - We have reached out to the police for comment. At this stage we have been unable to get ahold of the SAPS provincial communications team and will update accordingly. 

This is a developing story.