A father, Janus Powell was fatally shot during a farm attack and shooting that took place between Hoopstad and Bloemhof in the North West province. The man managed to kill one of the attackers. One of the attackers was wearing a SAPS uniform and others SAPS reflective jackets, they were heavily armed and driving a Silver or white Camry that was fitted with blue lights.
No registration number is available. There is no other information available at this stage. Hoopstad SAPS are investigating the murder.
Rean about more farm attacks here
Read the original article in Afrikaans on Boere Krisis Aksie BKA
The incident was tweeted by Ian Cameron
South Africa Today – South Africa News
FARM MURDER 20/4/19: Between Hoopstad & Bloemhof. One male victim shot dead. One suspects also dead and wearing police reflective jacket. Other suspect fled in mv in Hoopstad direction also said to be wearing police uniform. Awaiting more info. pic.twitter.com/NbwWzH0luy
— Ian Cameron (@IanCameron23) April 21, 2019