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Man dies after shooting

A 42-year-old man was arrested at the scene and will appear in the Witbank Magistrate's Court on Monday.

The shooting in the parking area of Corridor Hill Crossing, where a popular local hangout is located, took a tragic turn.

Ricardo Spies (27) died due to the severity of his injuries despite the best efforts of the medical team.

Authorities have arrested a 42-year-old man at the scene of the shooting.

The shooting reportedly stemmed from an altercation after the suspect allegedly bumped into Spies’ brother’s car in the parking lot.

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“The suspect faces charges of murder and discharging a firearm in a municipal area,” police spokesperson David Ratau confirmed.

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Spies’ aunt, Andra Holtshausen, said everything still “feels so unreal.”

She expressed the family’s gratitude and said they wish to thank everyone for their continuous prayers.

WITBANK NEWS reached out to the management of Hennie’s but has not yet received a comment.

*The headline and excerpt of this article have been amended to more clearly reflect that the shooting did not take place inside the establishment, but in the adjacent parking lot.

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Simangele Khoza

I have been part of the Witbank News team since 2022. I excel in investigative reporting and in-depth reporting. I am passionate about keeping a pulse on the stories that shape the city. I cover all genres and have a special interest in soccer.
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