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Hundreds of mandrax tablets, a 9mm pistol and an undisclosed amount of cash were found at the murder scene of a biker in eQonce who was gunned down in broad day light on Sunday.
Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer, Majola Nkohli said police were investigating a case of murder and attempted murder after a bystander was also shot in the incident.
"On Sunday, 6 November 2022 around midday, it is alleged that a group of about three unknown armed men, opened fire on a 42-year-old biker Thabo Beja at Fleet Street, eQonce.
"At the scene, police also seized 465 mandrax tablets, a black powder in a plastic bag, a 9mm pistol and undisclosed amount of cash.
"[Beja] sustained multiple gunshot wounds and succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Nkohli said a female bystander was hit by a stray bullet in the upper body and was rushed to hospital.
He urged urged anyone with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects to contact the police.
"The information may also be shared via Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station."
