Manhunt Launched After Senior Municipal Official Gunned Down While Leaving Office

A senior manager from the Infrastructure Department at Mangaung Metro Municipality was brutally shot and killed while leaving work on Wednesday afternoon. The 48-year-old victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was attacked just before 4 PM as he was driving out of the parking lot with a colleague.

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Details of the Shooting

According to South African Police Service (SAPS) spokesperson, Captain Lorraine Earle, an unknown assailant approached the vehicle and opened fire on the driver’s side. Police found four empty cartridges at the scene, indicating the severity of the attack.

While the colleague accompanying the victim survived without physical injuries, they were treated for shock, a stark reminder of the trauma endured during this distressing event.

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Ongoing Investigations and Community Response

The police have initiated a murder investigation, but as of Friday morning, no arrests had been made. The Mangaung community is left in fear and mourning, as authorities work to gather evidence and bring the perpetrators to justice.