A 57-year-old man was seriously injured after an intruder shot him in his home.
According to Warrant Officer Hitler Ngwenya, spokesperson for the Muldersdrift Police, the incident occurred on 28 August at around 3.45am at a smallholding in Driefontein, Muldersdrift.
“An intruder entered the house after forcing open the sliding door. The suspect shot and severely wounded the victim,” said Ngwenya.
Ngwenya added that the suspect made off with a number of electrical appliances and fled the scene on foot. Upon arrival, the Police and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) found the injured victim in his home. He was rushed to a local hospital nearby.
“No arrests have been made as yet but Muldersdrift Police are requesting anybody with information that might lead to the arrest of the perpetrator(s) to please come forward,” said Ngwenya. He added that members of the public are also advised not to approach the suspect as he is deemed to be extremely dangerous.
The police are investigating charges of attempted murder and robbery.
Details: Muldersdrift SAPS, 011 952 4600.
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