LIMPOPO – The Police in Mphephu outside Thohoyandou have launched a massive manhunt for the suspects who shot and killed a taxi owner yesterday.
This according to a statement issued by LT. Colonel Moatshe Ngoepe. It is alleged that the deceased, who was in the company of his wife and a 16-year-old child, was parking his car at Nzhelele Spar when two unknown male suspects opened fire on them. The deceased, his wife and daughter were still inside the car when a bullet struck the deceased, who is in his fifties, killing him instantly.
His wife sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for medical treatment. Their daughter was not injured.
The motive behind this incident is still unknown but taxi violence cannot be ruled out.
The suspects are still unknown and no arrests have been made. Police investigations continue.
Anyone with information should contact Captain Richard Boshomane at 084 322 1341 or the nearest police station.
Alternatively, call the crime stop number, 08600 10111 or send a message to the 24/7 SMS crime line, 32211.
