South coast murder sparks more fears of political violence
The murder of a south coast ANC member has sparked fears of yet another possible political killing in the province.
Ntokozo Maphumulo was gunned down by a group of unknown suspects on Tuesday night as he arrived at his home near Umdoni.
It's believed they had been waiting for him to arrive. The police's Thembeka Mbhele says investigations are at an early stage.
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"We are investigating a case of murder and armed robbery. As we are talking, the police are still trying to gather information. The motive is unknown while the vehicle taken was recovered a few kilometres away from the residence of the deceased," she says.
KZN has seen a number of killings and attacks believed to be politically motivated in recent months and years. A commission of inquiry has been established to probe political violence in the province.