
Emalahleni Chief Whip Xoliseka Lali gunned down in Komani
According to police sources, the discovery was made by Lali's brother, who first noticed an unused bullet in the house.
When he entered the bedroom, he found Lali lying on the bed with multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body and back.
Eastern Cape police have confirmed the incident and said an official statement will be released in due course.
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