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Alan Manor resident killed in attempted hijacking

Another motorist who was close by was also shot, after a bullet hit his vehicle.

At about 21:15 on Monday, February 6 a husband and wife were travelling home in two separate vehicles from their business, East of Johannesburg CBD, to their residence in Tokai Street, Alan Manor, when the husband’s vehicle was blocked by a silver Mercedes.

Four men, heavily armed, started shooting at the resident and when his wife realised what was happening she sped off towards Mondeor Police Station. The resident was fatally wounded.

READ: Attempted hijacking in Mondeor

Another motorist who was close by was also shot, after a bullet hit his vehicle.

Residents in the area said they also saw a white VW Polo and a dark maroon sedan, thought to be a Mercedes, BMW or a Kia Optima, which could have been involved.

A case has been opened and investigations will continue.

Members of Sector Two Crime Forum Mondeor Precinct send sincere and heartfelt condolences to family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.

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