A motorist has been shot dead and a passenger injured in an apparent hit on the R21 near Griffiths Road, in the direction of OR Tambo International Airport, east of Johannesburg.
Kurrently understands that the deceased motorist was a close associate of Major-General Feroz Khan, the former deputy head of Crime Intelligence who is scheduled to testify before the Madlanga Commission on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been officially released.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the motive and whether the victim was specifically targeted, remain unclear.
Khan is expected to give evidence before the commission behind closed doors on Tuesday. The commission has granted permission for his evidence to be heard in camera, with only authorised participants allowed to attend. (SABC News)
At this stage, there is no confirmed indication that the shooting is connected to Khan, his testimony or the Madlanga Commission.
The passenger who was travelling with the deceased was injured in the shooting.
This is a developing story.
