ANC councillor shot dead in Limpopo

ANC councillor shot dead in Limpopo

Limpopo police are offering a reward - of R50 000 - to anyone who can assist in the search for suspectslinked to the murder of an ANC ward councillor.

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Police spokesperson, Motlafelo Mojapelo says Thabang Maupa was killed at a liquor store and restaurant he owns with his wife atRibacross.

"The deceased, aged 42, allegedly arrived at this place to assist his wife to close up. After closing, the couple was still in the car when an unknown suspect on foot, suddenly started firing shots at their vehicle."

Mojapelo says the deceased was shot several times and died on the scene.

His 40-year-old wife sustained injuries after being hit by several stray bullets.

The motive is not yet known and police are investigating cases of murder and attempted murder.

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