By Obakeng maje
Marikana-Police in Marikana are investigating a case of murder after a 32 year old man was shot dead on Saturday at approximately 22:00 on the street next to a tavern at Nkaneng Informal Settlement.
“According to information received, the victim was with two friends when they came across three unknown males on the street near the tavern. The unknown men allegedly pulled firearms and blocked the way for the victim and his two friends” Colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said.
Police said the victim and friends fled and ran to the tavern. The victim was allegedly running behind his friends when gun shots were heard, and it was later realised that he had been shot several times.
“He was certified dead on the scene and suspects in this case are unknown. No one been arrested at this stage” Mokgwabonne said.
Investigation regarding the case continues and the case is not linked to recently reported cases of murder whereby labour union officials were involved, although the victim is an employee of Lonmin.
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