A person was shot and killed in a targeted attack outside the Lenasia Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday morning.
Lenasia Magistrate’s Court shooting: Here’s what we can confirm
The shooting occurred at the courthouse entrance on Lenasia Drive, shocking the community and disrupting activity in the area.
Sources indicate that the victim was a witness scheduled to testify in a case set to be heard on Tuesday.
Details surrounding the nature of the case remain unclear, but it is speculated the testimony may have been related to a bail application.
The victim was reportedly shot four times by an unidentified suspect.
Witnesses say the attack appeared calculated, with the assailant escaping the scene immediately afterwards.
Police cordoned off the area, and the scene remains active as investigators collect evidence and interview potential witnesses.
The courthouse saw significant disruptions, with some expecting Tuesday’s court roll to be postponed.
The suspect remains at large.
No official statement from the Lenasia police has been released at this stage, but updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
This story is still developing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
