2 ‘Stop and go’ traffic hut workers shot dead, Willowvale

South African Police Service

2 ‘Stop and go’ traffic hut workers shot dead, Willowvale
2 'Stop and go' traffic hut workers shot dead, Willowvale

Police have launched a manhunt for suspects after the bodies of two males, aged 24 and 28, were found by a member of the community on the road next to Nkelenkethe Location on the morning of 18 May 2022, at about 05:50, in Willowvale.

It is alleged that the deceased persons were on night shift duties in the Traffic hut for stop and go duties.

The bodies were found by a co-worker during his visit.

Through further investigation, it was discovered that the victims sustained gunshot wounds. On the scene, Police found seven empty cartridges and two projectiles.

No arrests have been made as yet. The circumstances surrounding the incident form part of the investigation.

Anyone with information that can assist Police to trace and arrest the suspects can contact the Investigating officer Captain Baninzi of Willowvale SAPS on 071 843 6537 or alternatively SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111.

The Acting District Commissioner, Brigadier Zinakile Freddie has expressed shock on the death of two innocent people and Police will leave no stone unturned in the investigation and will ensure that suspects are behind bars.

SAPS Newsroom

SOURCESouth African Police Service