The Sekano family in Naledi has appealed to the community of Soweto to assist them and the police in tracing the killers of their son, Thabo Sekano.
According to information shared with Jozi FM News, Sekano was in Chiawelo on Friday night visiting a friend.
His friend says they were seated inside a vehicle outside his yard when two unknown males walked past them.
The deceased reportedly expressed concern, saying he hoped the two men were not going to cause trouble.
The friend further explained that after walking a few metres away, the two suspects turned back and allegedly produced firearms.
He says they ran from the vehicle, and moments later he could no longer see Thabo.
He then sought assistance. When they arrived at the scene outside his home, the vehicle was gone and Sekano was nowhere to be found.
It was later confirmed that Thabo Sekano had been murdered. His body was discovered near an informal settlement in Lenasia South.
The family and the deceased’s friend are appealing to anyone with information regarding the hijacking and murder to come forward.
Police have opened cases of murder and car hijacking, and investigations are underway.
Anyone with information is urged to contact their nearest police station or call the Crime Stop Hotline on 08600 10111.