Thursday, January 02, 2025

E-hailing driver retaliates after clients allegedly tried to rob him

An e-hailing driver has allegedly shot and killed a reported robber and wounded another in Spitz Way, Strandfontein. The incident occurred on New Year’s Day. According to the police’s Wesley Twigg, the clients tried to rob him with a firearm, but the driver retaliated.

‘’Strandfontein police are investigating the circumstances that led to a shooting incident… According to reports a e-hailing driver brought his clients to Strandfontein when they tried to rob him with a firearm. The driver retaliated and shot at his attackers. One adult male was declared deceased on the scene by medical personnel, while the other male was taken to a medical facility for medical treatment. No arrests have been made yet,’’ said Sergeant Wesley Twigg, Western Cape police spokesperson.

Strandfontein detectives are investigating murder, attempted murder, carjacking and attempted robbery cases.

Last week, an e-hailing driver was robbed at knifepoint by teenagers. The incident has since gone viral.

 

Done By: Mitchum George

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