Tumelo Phiri, the 45-year-old proprietor of By Hoek Lounge, was murdered at 1:05 a.m. on February 5 while he was shutting his company.
Earlier, a brawl reportedly broke out in the lounge, and when Phiri interfered, the suspect vowed to return for him.
Phiri was apparently shutting the By Hoek Lounge when he was approached by the suspect and shot many times.
A hand was also struck by a passerby.
In response, the police in Mangaung initiated a search for the culprit and subsequently apprehended a 30-year-old male in Mafora, Mangaung.
In addition, they apprehended two accomplices, ages 26 and 33.
Additionally, a prisoner was slain at the Mangaung Correctional Centre.
The three foreign nationals were charged with murder and attempted murder.
In addition, they were charged with obstructing justice and violating the Immigration Act.
Tuesday, February 7th, they are set to appear before the Bloemfontein Magistrate Court.
Also see: R50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the murder of a man during a home invasion.
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You can report it anonymously to the police by calling Crime-stoppers at 086 00 10111.
In the event of an emergency, dial 10111 from a landline or 112 from a mobile phone.
You can apply for witness protection if you are a witness to a serious crime and fear for your own or your family’s safety.
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