Two suspects have been arrested after allegedly killing a man, KwaZulu-Natal police said on Wednesday.
According to police, the Phoenix Crime Prevention Unit arrested two suspects, aged 17 and 18, for murder and possession of unlicensed firearms and live ammunition.
“It is alleged that on Tuesday at about 4:55pm, a 71-year-old victim was shot dead at Daleview, Phoenix, while on his way to the mosque,” police said.
According to police, members responded to the shooting and the victim was taken to the hospital but was declared dead on arrival.
The suspects were arrested almost immediately.
“The deceased sustained a gunshot wound to his head and the motive for the killing is unknown at this stage.”
A 9mm pistol, an Astra revolver and 94 rounds of ammunition were recovered in a plastic casing. The vehicle belonging to one of the suspect’s parents was also seized by detectives and was taken to the Isipingo pound for further investigation.
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