One dead, two injured in N2 shooting
Izingolweni traditional leader Inkosi Simphiwe Cele (39) and Mlondi Shandy (31) survived a shooting, however, the driver of the vehicle they were travelling in, Mazwili Cele (42), died at the scene.
A case of murder and two charges of attempted murder have been opened for investigation after the incident on the N2 in Izingolweni on Tuesday afternoon last week.
It is believed that Inkosi Cele was returning from the Vukuzithathe Tribal Authority after attending a business forum meeting.
As his VW Polo sedan joined the N2, he came under attack by men in a white Toyota Corolla. A chase ensued and it is believed that Mazwili Cele knocked a cow, and the vehicle came to a stop on an embankment.
It is alleged that all three got out of the vehicle and hid for safety. Inkosi Cele and Shandy were found wounded and taken to hospital, but Mazwili Cele was found dead.
Police found 12 high calibre rifle cartridges and three 9mm cartridges on the scene.
Ugu Saps District Communications said the motive for the shooting will be established during the unfolding investigations. No arrests have been made as yet.
The MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Reverend Thulasizwe Buthelezi, condemned the assassination attempt on Inkosi Cele.
'This attack is concerning as it paints a picture of a growing trend of violence targeting Amakhosi and other figures within the institution of traditional leadership.'
Buthelezi called on law enforcement agencies to deploy all necessary resources to apprehend those responsible.
He extended his condolences to the family of Mazwili Cele and wished Inkosi Cele and Shandy a speedy recovery.
If anyone has information on the incident, contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
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