ETHEKWINI NEWS FLASH

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23 JUNE 2020

EThekwni Mayor Condemns Killing of Ward 84 Councillor

EThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda has denounced the murder of uMlazi’s Ward 84 Councillor , Bhekithemba Phungula, who was gunned down at his home on Tuesday afternoon, 23 June 2020.

“The fatal shooting of Councillor Phungula came as shock to all of us and it is sad that we have been robbed such a valuable leader and a dedicated servant of the people. His death is indeed going to leave a huge void. We call upon the law enforcement agencies to leave no stone unturned to bring the perpetrators to book and we plead with anyone who might have information, to come forward. As the community we need to assist assist the police to speed up the investigation so that culprits pay the price for heinous crime' said Kaunda.

The Mayor has conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Councillor Phungula. 

ENDS 

Issued by the Mayor’s Office 

For more information contact Mayoral Spokesperson Mluleki Mntungwa on 060 974 1140