Man killed, four others injured in Umhlali robbery

Man killed, four others injured in Umhlali robbery

An elderly man has been shot dead at a wedding venue on a farm in Umhlali on the north coast.

Crime scene


The man, said to be the owner of the venue, was found next to the pool.

He had been shot in the chest with a high caliber firearm. 

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IPSS Medical Rescue's Dylan Meyrick says the victim had been hosting guests last night - when they were attacked.


"They accosted the owner, and some guests who were braaiing. They shot the owner dead, robbed the guests and then left," he said.


No suspects have been arrested, and investigations are continuing.

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