By Obakeng Maje

Taung-A case of a prominent Taung taxi owner, Xolani Nkonyane was postponed by Taung Magistrate Court on Thursday.

Nkonyane was allegedly arrested after he was involved in a business robbery that led to attempted murder.

The atrocity took place at Molelema village, near Taung two weeks ago after a chinese shop owner was robbed airtime vouchers, groceries and undisclosed amount of money.

“Police arrested Nkonyane after they cornered him and his accomplice in a robbery case. Five suspects were allegedly chased by community members after a robbery” captain Pelonomi Makau said.

It is alleged suspects opened fire to the community members and fled the scene afterwards.

Police were called and chased them.

They were cornered at Picong village and other suspects fled.

“Nkonyane appeared briefly before court and he was remanded in custody until the 23 December 2013 for bail application” said our mole.

Police investigations continue.-TDN

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