Police launch manhunt after a woman was shot and killed
The shooting occurred in Pienaar on September 7
A 39-year-old woman was killed after she had been ambushed by two gunmen in Pienaar on Tuesday morning.
The provincial police spokesperson, Col Donald Mdhluli, said the woman had been driving alone in her vehicle when she was suddenly blocked by a white Mercedes-Benz that caused her to come to a standstill.
It was reported that two armed suspects got out of the vehicle and fatally shot her. Mdhluli said it is further alleged that the suspects stole an undisclosed amount of cash before fleeing the scene.
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The Pienaar police are investigating the shooting. No arrests have been made at this stage.
The provincial police commissioner, Lt Gen Semakaleng Manamela, condemned the incident. Anyone with information that may assist the police in tracing the suspects is urged to call the investigating officer, Cap Vusi Thobela, on 082 469 1956 or the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111.
Alternatively members of the public can send information via the My SAPS app. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
