Investigation launched after Mariannhill man shot dead
Police are probing a mysterious killing in Durban's Outer West area yesterday.
Provincial spokesperson, Thulani Zwane says Mariannhill detectives are investigating charges of murder after a middle-aged man was gunned down just before 6.30pm yesterday.
"A 52-year-old man was shot and killed yesterday at Mariannhill. It is alleged that this man was seated in his vehicle at the Chestnut area when he was approached by a suspect and he was allegedly shot and killed," Zwane said.
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Police say the man was shot in the head, and nothing was taken from him.
"The matter is still under investigation," Zwane said.
No arrests have been made yet.