A 26-year-old suspect believed to be connected to the attempted murder of a lawyer in the Sebenza police precinct earlier today has been arrested.
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Sebenza Police Station’s spokesperson, Sgt Sharon Tsotsotso said the suspect was arrested by SAPS and EMPD officers after he and two “hitmen” attacked the lawyer.
“During the confrontation, the lawyer was shot in his abdomen. He was taken to hospital where he was stabilised. We think the matter is related to the sale of an RDP house,” said Tsotsotso.
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“In June the suspect transferred over R200 000 to the lawyer,” said Tsotsotso.
“After making the transfer the suspect was informed that the sale had been illegal and he wanted his money back.”
Tsotsotso said the trio confronted the lawyer on Limoniet Road this morning.
“The suspect hit the lawyer with a steering lock. Fearing for his life, the lawyer fled and entered his vehicle where he was shot,” said Tsotsotso.
“The suspect continued to hit the lawyer after he was shot.”
She said the two “hitmen” fled the scene in a grey Three Series BMW.
“They are believed to be between 28 and 35 years old and armed.”
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The suspect will appear in the Kempton Park Magistrate’s Court on September 19.
Tsotsotso appealed to the community to contact the police on 011 400 6000 should they have any more information.
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