Man shot multiple times near Limpopo football ground - IOL

A manhunt has been launched for murder in Lebowakgomo following the fatal shooting of a 35-year-old man in Mogodi Village late Thursday evening September 17,2026.

A 35-year-old man died after he was shot multiple times near a football ground in Mogodi Village in Limpopo on Thursday night.

The incident occurred at about 10pm.

Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said: “Police responded to the shooting. Upon arrival, they were directed to a lifeless body of a male person.” 

“The victim was shot multiple times across the upper and lower body,” he added.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel attended to the victim and certified him dead at the scene.

Police confirmed that the deceased was a resident from Mogodi Village.

As of Friday, the motive behind the killing remains unknown, and no suspects have been arrested. Police investigations into the incident are ongoing. 

Authorities are appealing to members of the public who may have information that could help bring the perpetrators to justice. 

Anyone with relevant details is urged to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Michael Magadane, on 082 414 2698, call Crime Stop, or report to their nearest police station.

The victim was snatched from a residence in Thabakhubedu Village by two armed men who broke through a bedroom door while her boyfriend was away.

A single gunshot was heard shortly after the abduction. Early the following morning, the victim's body was found near the Ntwane soccer ground with multiple gunshot wounds to her upper body. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

The motive for the crime remains unknown, and police investigations are currently ongoing.