The man shot and killed outside the Lenasia Magistrate’s Court has been identified as Ashwin Mouwers, a resident of Eldorado Park. Mouwers, who was set to testify in connection with a 2021 murder case from Eldorado Park, was tragically gunned down just before the trial was due to begin. He had been smoking outside the court building with another witness when two armed suspects approached and opened fire.
The shooting occurred as the court prepared to hear testimony in the high-profile case. Mouwers and his fellow witness were standing outside when the suspects targeted them in a brazen attack. The second witness managed to escape unharmed, but Mouwers was fatally struck. Police believe the shooting may have been linked to the ongoing murder trial, which was set to commence Tuesday morning.
Authorities are investigating the motive behind the killing and have launched a manhunt for the suspects involved. The murder of Mouwers has raised concerns about witness safety, particularly in cases related to serious criminal activity. As of now, the police are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation.
The court proceedings were suspended for the day, and investigators are working swiftly to gather evidence and ensure justice for the victim. Despite this shocking turn of events, authorities remain confident that the trial will proceed with the remaining witnesses and that the perpetrators of the attack will be brought to justice.
