According to Police spokesperson in the province, Amanda Funani, the victim was driving from Klerksdorp back to Johannesburg on Sunday evening.

She says according to information available at this stage, the victim's taxi was spotted along the road with its hazards lights on by a fellow taxi driver, who was also driving back to Johannesburg.

Upon checking, the other driver found the victim dead, with the vehicle's window shattered.

"The incident was ultimately reported to the police and the victim was certified dead on the scene. Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim had what appeared to be gunshot wounds to his upper body. The motive for the killing is still unknown and investigation into the matter continues” says Funani.

The police request anyone who may have information that can assist in the investigation to contact the Investigating Officer, Sello Molatha on 082 856 1125 or call South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Stop number: 08600 10111. Anonymous tip-off can also be communicated via the My SAPS App.

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