Police investigate murder and attempted murder in Mothotlung

POTCHEFSTROOM – Police in Mothotlung are investigating a case of murder and another of attempted murder after a 38-year-old man was shot and killed while a woman, aged 30, was struck by a stray bullet on Sunday afternoon, 24 April 2022, at Mothotlung near Brits.

According to information available at this stage, reports suggest that the 38-year-old man was outside of Mothotlung Community Hall where he attended a meeting. He was still outside the hall when a white BMW vehicle entered and stopped in the premises. It is alleged that two occupants, wearing face masks, alighted from the vehicle and opened fire on the man. In the process, a woman was struck on her left thigh by a stray bullet. The suspects then jumped into their vehicle and fled from the scene. Sadly, the man was certified dead on the scene by Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS), while the 30-year-old woman was taken to hospital for medical treatment. The motive is unknown at this stage. No one has been arrested and investigation into the matter continues.

Police would like to urge anyone who might have information that can assist in the investigation to contact the Investigating Officer, Detective Constable Tsholofelo Mohale on 082 373 9814 or the South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Stop number: 08600 10111. Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via My SAPS Application. All information received will be treated with strictest confidentiality.

Source: South African Police Service