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Empangeni shooting victim dies

The father of the deceased is still in a critical condition

September 20, 2020
Erica Abrahams 1 minute read
The shooting took place at SA Bedding last month PHOTO: Wellington Makwakwa

ONE of the two victims shot during what is believed to have been an armed robbery at SA Bedding in Empangeni on Thursday, has passed away.

Ashlin Moodley (23) succumbed to his gunshot wounds shortly after having been admitted to hospital, while his father, Jay, is still in a critical condition.

ALSO READ: Two critical after Empangeni shooting

The suspected robbery is one of a string of such incidents at Empangeni rail in recent weeks, causing business owners and employees to fear for their lives.

Zululand Business Against Crime is working with SAPS and security companies, and urges anyone with information on the tragedy to come forward.

Read the full story and tribute to Ashlin Moodley in this week’s ZO Monday edition.

 

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September 20, 2020
Erica Abrahams 1 minute read

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