ANC councillor shot dead in Limpopo
Limpopo police are offering a reward of R50 000 to anyone who can assist in the search for suspects linked to the murder of an ANC ward councillor.
Police spokesperson Motlafelo Mojapelo says Thabang Maupa was killed at a liquor store and restaurant he owns with his wife at Ribacross.
"The deceased, aged 42, allegedly arrived at this place to assist his wife to close up. After closing, the couple was still in the car when an unknown suspect on foot, suddenly started firing shots at their vehicle."
Mojapelo says the deceased was shot several times and died on the scene.
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His 40-year old wife sustained injuries after being hit by several stray bullets.
The motive is not yet known and police are investigating cases of murder and attempted murder.