by Truck Driver on the Run After Allegedly shooting Suspected Thief in Ventersburg
The Ventersburg police are currently searching for a truck driver who is believed to have shot a 19-year-old suspect after his truck was robbed. The incident occurred on Saturday, January 20th, at a truck stop in Ventersburg, a small town located in the Free State province of South Africa.
Upon receiving information about a shooting incident, the police quickly arrived at the scene to find the lifeless body of a man lying on the N1-road. The victim had suffered a gunshot wound at the back of his neck. Witnesses at the scene reported that three individuals had robbed the truck, prompting the truck driver to confront them.
In the ensuing confrontation, three shots were fired, one of which struck the alleged thief, resulting in his death. The other two suspects managed to flee the scene with stolen hair pieces. However, during their escape, they dropped several items on the ground, including a bag full of hair pieces, which were later seized by the police.
What makes this incident particularly concerning is that the truck driver chose to drive away without reporting the confrontation. As a result, a case of murder has been registered, and the police are conducting further investigations to locate and apprehend the truck driver.
The deceased has been identified as Mokhethi Hlakoana, a 19-year-old resident of Mmamahabane in Ventersburg. His next of kin were summoned to the scene to identify him.
If you have any information that could assist in tracing the whereabouts of the truck driver, please contact Sergeant Mosiuoa Keketsi of the Ventersburg police at 060-878-6341 or the Crime Stop number at 086-00-10111. Alternatively, you can share information anonymously through the MySAPS App.
This incident serves as a reminder of the potential dangers faced by truck drivers while on the road. The police are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward to ensure justice is served and to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
