Roads and transport MMC condemns killing of a taxi association chairperson
“He was instrumental in ensuring conflict-free taxi operations at ASTOA and the Greater Tshwane Regional Taxi Council (GTRTC)."
Tshwane roads and transport MMC Dikedi Selowa has condemned the killing of Atteridgeville Saulsville Taxi Owners Association (ASTOA) chairperson Thapedi Frank Moremi (69).
Moremi was gunned down in his office at the Mphalane taxi tank, Atteridgeville, last Friday.
Selowa said Moremi was one of the most hard-working and dedicated leaders in the local taxi industry.
“I wish to add my voice in condemning the recent killings in the taxi industry, which have now claimed Moremi’s life.
“He was instrumental in ensuring conflict-free taxi operations at ASTOA and the Greater Tshwane Regional Taxi Council (GTRTC).
“His passing is a great loss; not only to his family and the taxi industry, but to the public transport fraternity and the community at large.”
Selowa implored law enforcement agencies to deploy their resources and bring the perpetrators to book.
She said criminality of this nature should be punished.
She sent her condolences to Moremi’s family, friends and colleagues.
“I encourage every person that knew him to keep the faith alive that justice will be served.
Police spokesperson Mapula Rikhotso said the motive for the shooting was being investigated by the police.
No arrests have been made.
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