Two people of interest have been apprehended in connection with the murder of well-known boxer Zolani Tete, who was shot dead at NU 17, Mdantsane, on Friday, June 21, the South African Police Service (SAPS) says.
The individuals, aged 30 and 22, were apprehended in Ku Gompo on Saturday during an intelligence-driven operation involving multiple law enforcement units.
In a statement over the weekend, the SAPS said the suspects were also being questioned about the attempted murder of the 27-year-old female woman passenger who was wounded in the attack.
Tete was ambushed at his gate by two balaclava-clad gunmen who opened fire on him and his female passenger at around 6.30pm. He drove into his yard and died on the scene. His companion was wounded and taken to hospital.
The SAPS said the motive for the shooting could not be disclosed as the investigation was ongoing. Investigators were following several leads and expected more arrests.
“We caution the public and the media against speculation or the dissemination of unverified information as this may compromise the investigation and the integrity of the upcoming court proceedings.”
The SAPS has appealed to anyone who has credible information on the murder and attempted murder to come forward. Information can be shared via #CrimeStop at 08600 10111. All information will be treated confidentially.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
- Two people of interest, aged 30 and 22, were apprehended in connection with the murder of boxer Zolani Tete in Ku Gompo.
- Zolani Tete was shot dead at NU 17, Mdantsane, on Friday, June 21, after being ambushed at his gate by two gunmen.
- The suspects are also being questioned about the attempted murder of a 27-year-old female passenger who was wounded in the attack.
- The SAPS stated the motive for the shooting remains undisclosed as the investigation is ongoing, with more arrests expected.
- The SAPS has urged the public to provide credible information about the murder via #CrimeStop at 08600 10111 and cautioned against speculation.
Two people of interest have been apprehended in connection with the murder of well-known boxer Zolani Tete, who was shot dead at NU 17, Mdantsane, on Friday, June 21, the
In a statement over the weekend, the SAPS said the suspects were also being questioned about the attempted murder of the 27-year-old female woman passenger who was wounded in the attack.
Tete was ambushed at his gate by two balaclava-clad gunmen who opened fire on him and his female passenger at around 6.30pm. He drove into his yard and died on the scene. His companion was wounded and taken to hospital.
"We caution the public and the media against speculation or the dissemination of unverified information as this may compromise the investigation and the integrity of the upcoming court proceedings."
