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Sep 05, 2025
Man Kills Wife, Injures Shoprite Manager in Limpopo Tragedy
By NewsInSA
A 45-year-old man killed his wife and injured a store manager at Shoprite Namakgale in Limpopo before taking his own life. Police suspect domestic motives; investigations are ongoing.
Man Kills Wife, Injures Store Manager in Limpopo Shoprite Tragedy
A domestic dispute turned deadly on Sunday at Shoprite Namakgale in Limpopo, when a 45-year-old man shot and killed his wife and injured a store manager before taking his own life.
According to police reports, the suspect followed his wife into the store, where she sought refuge in the manager’s office. He fired two shots, injuring the female manager, then dragged his wife out, fatally stabbed and shot her, and subsequently committed suicide.
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The injured manager was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities have indicated that the incident appears to be domestic-related, and investigations are ongoing.
This shocking event highlights the growing concerns around domestic violence in South Africa, prompting calls for stronger intervention and support mechanisms.
