CAPE TOWN – A taxi driver was shot dead while two passengers sustained gunshot wounds in Factreton on Friday morning (15 August).
The incident happened before 06:00 on the corner of 16th Avenue and Voortrekker Road.
Lt Col Nkosinathi Losini, Kensington Police Station Commander, said a case of murder and attempted murder is under investigation.
“Two female passengers sustained injuries. The motive for the attack is unknown at this stage.”
Cheslyn Steeberg, Ward 56 councillor, condemned the incident and called for calm in the area.
“Information that I have is that the driver was shot outside the taxi. I call for restraint and calm. We must all have sober heads when we deal with this.”
Losini said no arrests have yet been made.
Anyone with information is requested to contact investigating WO Cameron Morgan on 082 850 9618.
