By Obakeng Maje
Taung-The case of Taung prominent businessman, Xolani Lloyd Nkonyane was postponed by Taung Magistrate Court on Thursday.

Nkonyane,33 was allegedly arrested on Tuesday during police shoot-out.

Five suspects allegedly entered a Chinese shop at Molelema village, near Taung and robbed the owner.

“Undisclosed amount of money, airtime vouchers, groceries were allegedly robbed from a shop” captain Pelonomi Makau said.

The suspects were allegedly travelling with a minibus taxi belongs to Nkonyane.

The community members helped in a suspect-chase and police were called.

“Five suspects allegedly ran away toward Pitsong village and police followed them. They were cornered at the bushes near Pitsong and retaliated by shooting at police” Makau said.

The police arrested Nkonyane who has previous cases and other fled.

Back in 2000 Nkonyane was arrested for assaulted and he paid a fine with suspended sentence.

Again in 2008 he was back in court for damage of property and settled the matter out of court.

A wayward Nkonyane was again back in court in 2011 for assault and paid admission of guilty fine.

Nkonyane’s case was postponed until 19 December 2013 for another court appearance.

Wearing a black jeans, black all star takkies and a sky blue top, Nkonyane looked relaxed and opted to have his own lawyer when asked.

His face was swallowen and whether he suffered those bruises drung the scuffle with police or not, only God knows.

He will remain in custody untill his next court appearance.

Nkonyane was charged with attempted murder, business robbery and possession of firearm.
Police investigations continue.-TDN
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