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Shop owner shot and killed in front of his family, Kestell

South African Police Service

Shop owner shot and killed in front of his family, Kestell
Shop owner shot and killed in front of his family, Kestell

An unknown male person allegedly shot and killed a foreign shop owner at Extension 5, Phahameng near Kestell. The victim was shot in front of his wife and brother, the suspect fled on foot.

On Tuesday, 4 January 2022 at about 19:45 it is alleged that an unknown male person wearing a face mask was seen earlier visiting the Supermarket owned by the foreign national at Extension 5.

He came back for the second time armed with a firearm and allegedly shot him without any demands.

The police and ambulance officials were summoned to the scene. During the inspection of the body the deceased was found with two bullet wounds on his upper body.

Later, three empty cartridges and one projectile were found inside the shop. Other relevant stakeholders were activated and police are on the lookout for the suspect. A case of murder is being investigated.

Any person with information that may lead to the arrest and conviction of the suspect can contact the Kestell police on 0824668809, (058) 653-8213/8201, Crime Stop 08600 10111 or MySaps App.

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