A man estimated to be in his thirties has been murdered

By Anele Siwa
22 October 2007

On Monday a man estimated to be in his thirties has been fatally wounded in front of a house at Vredehoek, Cape Town.

“The 82-year old owner of the house heard a noise at the front door and went to investigate,” says Captain Eliot Sinyangana.
The homeowner then telephoned a relative living nearby, requesting urgent help.
“His 77-year old brother arrived moments later and he was also attacked by the baton wielding man,” says Sinyangana.
Sinyangana adds that the 77 year old then fired one short with his licensed firearm at the advancing man.

The suspect sustained a bullet wound to his chest and passed away on the scene.
Sinyangana says the two elderly brothers sustained minor injuries, but are still in shock as a result of the vicious attack.

A case docket of Burglary and Assault were opened and under investigation by Cape Town Central Police.Anyone who has information can call Crime Stop on 08600 10111.