Muldersdrift police are on the lookout for two armed men in connection with the murder of a Lammermoor resident on 16 June.
Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Hitler Ngwenya said the two wanted men attacked a man and a woman in their home in the early morning hours of Youth Day, demanding money.
“The male victim indicated that they didn’t have money, upon which the intruders shot him. The intruders shot the [26-year-old] man multiple times and then shot [the woman] in the lower body,” Ngwenya said.
According to Ngwenya she managed to escape and warn the neighbours.
“The intruders made off with electrical appliances and other household items. It is believed that they fled the scene on foot. A case docket of house robbery and murder was opened for further investigation,” he said.
The 26-year-old was declared dead on the scene by paramedics and the woman was transported to hospital for further medical treatment.
“Muldersdrift [police] are on the lookout for the two unknown suspects and we urge members of the public not to confront them as they are deemed to be extremely dangerous. Rather contact Detective Sergeant Sam Manana on telephone number 011 952 4600 should you have any information pertaining to this incident,” Ngwenya added.
You can report criminal activities anonymously to the Crime-Stop tip-off line on 08600 10111 or send an SMS to Crime Line on 32211.
