| Truck driver on the loose after an alleged theft out of motor vehicle thief fatally shot at a truck stop | |
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| Date Published: | 2024/01/20 |
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Media Statement VENTERSBURG - The Police were informed about a shooting incident at a Truck Stop at Ventersburg on 20 January 2024 at about 15:30. On arrival, the body of an African male was found lying in the N1 Highway road with a gunshot wound at the back of his neck. According to witnesses, three boys allegedly stole from the truck and the truck driver confronted them. Three shots were fired and the alleged thief was hit and died at the scene. The other two fled with stolen Darling hair pieces while other items were left on the ground. A bag full of hair pieces were found next to the deceased. These hair pieces were seized. The truck driver drove off from the scene without reporting the incident. A case of murder has been registered for further investigation. The next of kin was summoned to the scene to identify the deceased as Mokhethi Hlakoana (19) residing at Mmamahabane, Ventersburg. Anyone with information that can assist in tracing the truck driver is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Mosiuoa Keketsi of Ventersburg Detective Services on cellphone number 060 878 6341 or Crime Stop number 08600 10111 alternatively share information via MySAPS App anonymously. Ends
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