Farmer attacked on his plot

LIMPOPO – According to police spokesperson, Lt Col Malesela Ledwaba, two men attacked the farmer while he was working outside.

“A scuffle ensued between the farmer and one of the attackers, during which the gun went off, shooting the farmer in the right shoulder. The farmer’s wife heard the commotion, and as she was about to exit the house, the farmer shouted that she should call the police,” said Ledwaba.

The attackers then fled the scene with only a cell phone, he added.

The farmer was rushed to hospital.

“A case of house robbery and attempted murder has been opened.”