Balfour funeral parlour owner killed in cold blood

When the first attempt failed, killers made sure he died the second time around.

Jabu Nkosi (58) was killed yesterday (January 19) at his home in Joubert Street, Balfour. This comes after an attempt on his life was unsuccessful on January 8.

He recovered and was released from Life Suikerbosrand Hospital on Sunday after which he was shot three times on arrival at home. He died on the scene.

Jabu Nkosi was gunned down at his kitchen back door.

Police are urging the community to come forward with any information that can assist them in apprehending the killers. Anyone with information can phone Detective Lieutenant Colonel Andries Tshabalala on 082 600 8529 or Captain S Mlotshwa on 082 970 5775.

Read the full article in the next printed edition of HERAUT on January 22.