Hlogotlou police on the hunt for suspects who shot and injured prominent businessman and his bodyguard

Media Statement
South African Police Service
Office of the Provincial Commissioner Limpopo
 

POLOKWANE – Hlogotlou Police in Sekhukhune District have launched a massive manhunt for suspects who shot and injured a well-known businessman (57), and his bodyguard (33), near Mogaung village on Friday, 31 May 2024 at about 19:45.

According to preliminary reports, the victims were driving along the R574 heading towards Monsterlus, and when they reached the speed hump near Mogaung village, unknown suspects driving in a dark blue sedan Mercedes-Benz fired several shots at them.

The businessman was shot on the arm, and his bodyguard alighted from the vehicle and fired several shots back at the suspects. He suffered multiple gunshot wounds in the process

The suspects fled the scene without taking anything from the victims

The injured victims were transported to the hospital for immediate medical attention.

Police have opened two counts of attempted murder.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspects is urged to contact the investigating officer Sergeant Madimetja Manganye on 060 624 3383 or the nearest police station or call the Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or use MySAPSApp.
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