Manhunt launched for suspects who torched a truck, killing driver
It is suspected that the incident could be linked to the ongoing strike by employees of this company which resulted in some of them being dismissed.
The police in Sekhukhune are appealing to community members to provide information that can lead to the arrest of the suspects responsible for the torching of a truck and killing its driver on Friday yesterday afternoon.
According to the police's Motlafela Mojapelo the deceased, 30-year-old Kagiso Mphelane, was in the company of two crew members, driving a truck belonging to Jane Furse Builders Supply at Tshehlwaneng village along the Jane Furse/Sekhukhune road when two unknown suspects threw what looked like a Petrol bomb at the truck.
"The front portion of the truck caught fire, resulting in the driver burning to death and his crew members suffering serious burn wounds. They were taken to hospital," said Mojapelo .
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"The police were called and immediately commenced with initial investigations. "
It is suspected that the incident could be linked to the ongoing strike by employees of this company which resulted in some of them being dismissed.
The police have opened a case of murder, two counts of attempted murder and malicious damage to property. Investigations are continuing.
Anyone with information is requested to contact Lt Colonel Aphane at 0824142663 or the Crime Stop number 0860010111