Snl24 | Killed ex-Bafana star: Family reveals shocking details
Mum Elizabeth Morula expressed that she is still in shock over the death of her son, Lebogang Morula. Photo by Raymond Morare.
THE family of the late Lebogang Morula (56) has revealed shocking details.
The former Jomo Cosmos and Bafana Bafana midfielder was shot and killed at his family home in Moumong, Mmakau, North West, on Wednesday, 7 August 2024. The incident happened at about 7pm.
According to his mother Elizabeth Morula (81), Lebogang was shot at the gate of their home while he was about to go and buy electricity at a shop.
The family believes that Lebogang was allegedly killed because of his involvement in a local project. Elizabeth said that the family is still shocked about the incident.
Lebogang Morula, who was shot and killed in Mmakau.
“I was with my son, and he realised that our electricity was finished as the heater was on. He told me he would quickly go buy electricity and come back,” she said.
The mother of two said that the incident happened while he was getting into his white Toyota Hilux. After he was shot, neighbours tried to chase the thugs, but they shot in the air before speeding off in an unknown red car.Â
“I suspect the thugs were waiting for him at the gate. My son was shot five times in the chest and thigh,” she said.
She said that her son was running a security company, and they were guarding a local project.
“I was very close to my son. He died while still busy building me a big house,” she said.
She said that her son died before even arriving at a local hospital, adding that Lebogang was very happy before his death.
Lebogang’s nephew, Karabo Huma (40), said that his security company was looking after a local project in the area.
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“We are shocked about his untimely death,” he said.
Cousin Zelda Madumo (71) said: “We want to see the killers found. Lebogang was a good person. I’m in great pain and can’t even sleep.”
Zelda Madumo, cousin of the late Lebogang Morula, said they’re struggling to cope with their loss. Photo by Raymond Morare.
North West police spokeswoman Colonel Adele Myburgh said: “Mothutlong police are investigating a murder case after the victim, Lebogang Morula was allegedly shot and killed on Wednesday, 7 August 2024, around 7.30pm. He was at his house at the time of the shooting.”
She said when police arrived at the scene, Lebogang was taken to hospital where, on arrival, he was declared dead by emergency and medical rescue services.
“Anyone with information that can assist us should call investigating officer Constable Tsholofelo Mohale on 082 373 9606, or send anonymous information to CrimeStop on 08600 10111,” she said.
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