Man shot and killed in east farm attack
He confronted the suspects but was shot through a glass door.
A 33-year-old man was shot and killed during a farm attack in Boschkop on Thursday morning.
The incident happened on Mooiplaats, Korhaan Street at around 01:27, police said.
“The victim was woken by four unknown suspects who were busy breaking the door open. He confronted them, but was shot through a glass door,” said Boschkop police spokesperson Sergeant Yeroboam Mbatsane.
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“The suspects managed to gain entry and stole two cellphones before they fled. Unfortunately, the victim succumbed to his injuries.”
Mbatsane said the victim’s wife and child were unharmed.
A case of murder was opened for investigation.
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