Doctor Shot in VIP Cavalcade Road — Rage Incident Raises Security Concerns DATELINE: Johannesburg, South Africa – May 17, 2026 LEAD A recent road-rage incident involving a VIP cavalcade in Johannesburg has sparked controversy and raised concerns about the use of emergency lights by private security firms.
A 30-year-old doctor was shot in the leg during the incident, which has led to charges of attempted murder against two men employed as protectors by a Johannesburg-based close protection company. NUT GRAF: The case has highlighted the potential misuse of emergency lights by private security personnel, particularly when it comes to the protection of high-profile individuals.
It also raises questions about the standards and regulations governing the use of armed protection and emergency lights by private entities.
The incident occurred on the M1 highway near Sandton, where a three-vehicle cavalcade, believed to be transporting controversial steel magnate Rafik Mohamed, approached Dr. Michael Jeff as he was driving to work.
According to Jeff, the SUVs, which he identified as belonging to a VIP protection or personal security company, began flashing their headlights and demanding he move out of the way. When Jeff was unable to safely maneuver, the situation escalated, and he claims that the occupants of the first car fired multiple gunshots at his vehicle. Greg van Rooyen and Ruan Badenhorst, employed as protectors by Johannesburg-based close protection company Pro VIP Medical and Tactical, have been charged with attempted murder and discharging a firearm in public.
They appeared in the Alexandra magistrate’s court and were released on bail.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) says they face multiple charges, including attempted murder, discharging a firearm in a public place, malicious injury to property, and reckless endangerment of people’s lives and property.
The use of emergency lights by private security firms has been a topic of concern, with instances of abuse potentially compromising public safety.
This incident involves a controversial steel magnate, Rafik Mohamed, and raises questions about the use of armed protection and emergency lights by such individuals.
The Sunday Times and TimesLIVE have reported on the incident, highlighting the charges against the two men and the broader implications of the use of emergency lights by private security firms.
The case has been postponed to June 9 for the appointment of a new legal representative and for further investigations.
KICKER: As the investigation into the incident continues, the case has drawn attention to the need for stricter regulations and oversight of private security firms, particularly in relation to the use of emergency lights and armed protection.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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