Condolences pour for family of Marc Batchelor

Condolences pour for family of Marc Batchelor

Kaizer Chiefs has sent a message of support to the family of its slain former striker, Marc Batchelor. The 49-year-old was shot dead near his Bryanston home - last night. 

Marc Batchelor
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Police say several shots were fired through his car window. 

Batchelor played for a number of local clubs, including Mamelodi Sundowns and Moroka Swallows. He then went on to become a sports commentator. 

Kaizer Chiefs' spokesperson, Vina Maphosa says they're still in disbelief. 

"We are at a state of shock - at this stage that he is gone. He will never be forgotten. He made a contributing to Kaizer Chiefs. The chairman of the club has expressed his deepest condolences to the family. We are really shocked and lost for words," Maphosa said. 

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Meanwhile in a statement, the Orlando Pirates says Batch was in a league of his own during his decade-long career.

Police are searching for two suspects believed to be behind the shooting. 

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