Man killed in attempted hijacking in Johannesburg
Another motorist who was close by was also shot when a bullet hit his vehicle.
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On Monday evening, February 6, a husband and wife were travelling home in two separate vehicles from their business in the east of Johannesburg CBD, to their residence on Tokai Street, Alan Manor, when the husband’s vehicle was blocked by a silver Mercedes, Comaro Chronicle reports.
Four heavily armed men started shooting at the resident, and when his wife realised what was happening, she sped off towards Mondeor Police Station.
The resident was fatally wounded.
Another motorist who was close by was also shot when a bullet hit his vehicle.
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Residents in the area said they also saw a white VW Polo and a dark maroon sedan, thought to be a Mercedes, BMW or a Kia Optima, which could have been involved.
A case has been opened, and investigations will continue.
Members of Sector Two Crime Forum Mondeor Precinct sent their sincere and heartfelt condolences to family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.
– Caxton News Service
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