Pretoria biker shooting leaves one dead as pub bans motorcycle club patches

A shooting at a pub in Pretoria has left one biker dead and another injured, prompting a venue to ban motorcycle club patches as police investigate a suspected clash between rival groups.

The incident happened at Little Britain Pub in Waterkloof at around 8pm on Saturday, according to police. A suspect linked to the Crusaders motorcycle club was arrested the following morning and is expected to appear in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court in Hatfield.

The two victims were members of the Macs Biker Group, police said.

Argument at Waterkloof pub turns deadly

SAPS regional spokesperson Captain Johan van Dyk said Brooklyn police are investigating a case of murder and attempted murder following the shooting.

Emergency services found one man outside the pub with a gunshot wound to his chest. He was taken to hospital for treatment.

Inside the venue, officers found a 55-year-old man who had died from a chest wound.

Preliminary information suggests an argument broke out before the suspect allegedly drew a firearm and opened fire. The bullet reportedly passed through the injured man before striking the man who died.

The suspect allegedly fled the scene on a motorcycle but was arrested the following morning.

He faces charges of murder and attempted murder. The allegations will be tested through the court process.

Pub introduces ban on biker patches

Following the shooting, Little Britain Pub announced that it would no longer allow motorcycle club patches at the venue.

Management said the restriction would apply equally to all clubs.

The decision comes amid concerns about tensions between motorcycle groups, with previous reported confrontations adding to fears of further violence.

However, the circumstances surrounding Saturday’s shooting remain under police investigation.

Sapa Yopa condemns violence

Biker association Sapa Yopa condemned the shooting, with its president, Pico “Martins” Antonio, calling for motorcycle clubs to reject violence and resolve disputes through dialogue.

“No life should be lost to ego or petty disputes. Bikes are meant for camaraderie and charity, not bloodshed. Firearms are not toys and reckless disregard must face full consequences,” Antonio said.

He urged Crusaders MC leadership to publicly condemn the shooting and called on both Crusaders MC and Macs MCC to engage constructively.

“It is imperative leadership demonstrates a commitment to peace,” he said.

Both clubs had not commented at the time of publication.

Police probe continues

The arrest marks a development in the investigation, but police have yet to establish all the circumstances that led to the shooting.

The suspect is expected to appear in court on charges relating to the death of one man and the injury of another.

The incident has also renewed attention on tensions between motorcycle clubs and the measures venues may take to prevent disputes from escalating into violence.

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Source: The Citizen