The police in Ermelo are man hunting a man who shot Smangaliso Innocent Nkosi at a local filling station on November 12.
It is alleged that the victim, together with his friends, were at the filling station to refuel their vehicles. An unknown man came at close range to the victim and shot the victim several times, leaving him dead.
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More killing.
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A CCTV footage that circulated on social media showed the suspect collecting cartridges and left the scene. The police and the emergency medical services were called to the scene. Emergency Medical Services certified him dead.
The police are requesting the public to assist with information of the whereabouts of the suspect to please contact Detectives Sergeant Bheki Masina on 082 373 8389. The Crime Stop number is 08600 10111, alternatively community members can send information via MYSAPSAPP. The police will handle all received information with a high level of confidentiality.