Monday, October 07, 2024

Man shot and killed in Somerset West

A 42-year-old man was shot and killed in Somerset West on Monday morning. It is understood the victim was sitting in his vehicle when the incident occurred.

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‘’Somerset West Serious and Violent Crime Detectives are hard at work pursuing leads in a bid to apprehend the suspects who are responsible for the death of 42 year old man on Monday 07 October 2024. Reports suggested that three unknown armed men opened fire at around 07:00 on the victim, a Sotho Foreign National in Lourensford Street in Somerset West. The victim did not survive the onslaught on his life and was declared deceased on the scene by the medical personnel,’’ said Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi, Western cape police spokesperson.

The motive for this attack is unknown and no arrests has been made as yet. Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111

 

Done By: Elona Sibunzi

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