Police monitoring situation at Marikana after shootings


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By Obakeng Maje

Rustenburg-The police are investigating a case of murder and attempted murder after two men were allegedly shot at Wonderkop hostel, at Marikana on Monday.

“It is alleged that the two were shot while at the office of National Union of Mineworkers (NUM)” colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said.  

Police said that one of victims died at the scene while another one was taken to hospital for medical treatment. 

“According to information available at this stage, both men are members and office bearers of NUM” Mokgwabone said.  

The motive of the incident is unknown and nobody has been arrested. 

Police investigation regarding the matter continues.  

The situation is calm and police are monitoring it.

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