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Man fatally shot in Sandton central

SANDTON – A man was fatally shot on Grayston Drive on 31 August, in the early hours of the evening.

A man has been shot and killed in Sandton on the corner of Grayston Drive and Katherine Street.

One of the first responders to the scene, who wished to remain anonymous, was a few cars behind the victim’s vehicle. He said a silver Audi pulled up next to the victim.

“About five shots were fired, four of which hit the victim. The incident happened at around 6.30pm. The victim died shortly after he was pulled out of the car.”

The scene of a shooting incident. Photo: Supplied

Police have confirmed the incident took place. Captain Kay Makhubele, the provincial spokesperson said, “The victim was shot in the upper body. The victim was driving a Mercedes-Benz and he lost control of his vehicle. He was pronounced dead at the scene.”

He said a case of murder is being investigated. No motive has been established.

 

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