Man gunned down at Elandsfontein Taxi Rank
According to the Bedfordview SAPS, the incident occurred shortly after 16:00 when the victim, who was seated in a white Toyota Quantum, was approached by three unidentified gunmen.
The suspects allegedly opened fire with pistols before fleeing the scene in a black Mercedes-Benz.
Emergency services responded, but the man was declared dead on the scene. Police confirmed that 21 cartridges were recovered.
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A case of murder has been opened, and no arrests have been made at this stage. The motive for the shooting remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing.
Police are urging anyone with information that could assist in identifying or locating the suspects to come forward. Community members can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the My SAPS App to report anonymously.
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