Manhunt launched after man shot dead in north
“The motive for the shooting is unknown at this stage.”
Akasia police have launched a manhunt for three men behind the shooting and killing of a man on Thursday afternoon.
“A manhunt has been launched for the three men believed to have been involved in the shooting and killing of the deceased,” police spokesperson Sergeant Matsobane Mabusela said.
The three were said to have walked up to a salon in the Karen Park area, behind a shopping centre, where they enquired after someone.
“It is alleged that an employee at the salon responded saying they did not know the person,” Mabusela said.
That was reportedly when an unknown number of shots were fired.
“The motive for the shooting remains unknown at this stage.
“The unnamed victim was declared dead at the scene by paramedics upon their arrival,” Mabusela said.
“A murder docket has since been opened for investigation.”
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