💔 Legal Community in Shock as Prominent Kuruman Attorney Is Executed in Cold Blood
The town of Kuruman, Northern Cape, is reeling after the brutal murder of well-known attorney Katlego Moribe (38), who was fatally shot in a suspected targeted attack on the night of June 1st.
According to SAPS, the shooting occurred around 21h00 at Seoding Block A, House 12, Assegai Hostel. Moribe was reportedly ambushed and shot nine times, dying instantly at the scene.
🚨 A Calculated Attack?
Early indications suggest this was a targeted assassination, though no suspects have been identified and the motive remains unknown.
The nature of the attack — the number of bullets fired and the precision — has sparked speculation that Moribe may have been targeted due to his legal work or personal disputes. However, police have not yet confirmed any theories.
“It was a brutal and calculated shooting. We are treating this as a murder investigation and appealing to the public for any information,” said a Kuruman SAPS officer.
🕵️ Ongoing Investigation
- The crime scene remains secured under SAPS guard.
- No arrests have been made.
- Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward, either by contacting Kuruman police directly or calling Crime Stop at 08600 10111.
⚖️ A Respected Legal Voice Silenced
Moribe was known as a respected legal professional in Kuruman and surrounding areas, often representing clients in high-profile and community-sensitive cases. His death has sent shockwaves through the local legal fraternity, with colleagues calling for justice and transparency in the investigation.
“We’ve lost not just a colleague, but a courageous voice in the pursuit of justice,” said a fellow attorney.
Bottom Line: The killing of Katlego Moribe marks a disturbing escalation in violence against legal professionals in South Africa. As his family and community grieve, the nation must demand swift justice and thorough investigation into a case that has left more questions than answers.
