Two motorists (aged 19 and 21) were shot dead just before noon in what has been reported as a zama zama (illegal miners) attack on the Putfontein bridge, on Putfontein Road, according to Crystal Park CPF chairperson Paul Raley.
“Witnesses reported the two were attacked by zama zamas,” he said.
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“The attackers also apparently tried to set the vehicle alight.
“There has been a number of shooting incidents on this bridge.
“We are urging the public to be vigilant at all times here and motorists should refrain from using the bridge at night.”
This is a developing story.
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