07 April 2010
Thabo Kgongoana
Shooting
A journalist was shot dead during an armed robbery at a hotel and casino in Mafikeng, police said.
Colonel Lesego Metsi said Thabo Kgongoana was shot from close range with an AK-47 rifle. "He was shot dead from behind through the chest. What could have led to this killing is not yet known. It is suspected that they realised he had a camera and so he was shot."
Mmabatho Palms Hotel Casino said Kgongoana, editor of the Mahikeng-based TaxiTimes, died as he was leaving the hotel after attending a government function.
