Well-known Eastwood taxi driver shot dead by passenger

The Eastwood taxi community is mourning the death of well-loved taxi driver Clive Vanner, who was shot by a passenger on Friday.

Vanner, who was known by many as someone who was always available to help the community and elders, was on his way to the last drop-off point in Thembalihle when a passenger allegedly robbed him of his firearm and shot him with it.

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Ward 34 ANC councillor Roy Ram said Vanner had been a well-known taxi operator in the ward for the past 30 years.

He was a very pleasant and softspoken person who was always ready to assist in the community, especially the aged and pensioners
“He always had a smile on his face no matter how difficult some passengers would be. He always went the extra mile when passengers needed to go the hospital,” said Ram.

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