JMPD officer Lindani Moses Maleka shot dead in Orange Farm, Johannesburg. Off-duty attack leaves officer killed, suspects still at large.
A tragic Orange Farm shooting has left a police community in mourning after Lindani Moses Maleka was shot and killed while off duty in Orange Farm, Johannesburg. The 30-year-old Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department officer was attacked Monday evening shortly after finishing his shift. The shocking incident has sparked urgent concern as authorities search for the suspects responsible.
Off-Duty Officer Killed in Targeted Attack
The fatal shooting of Lindani Moses Maleka occurred on Sizanani Street in Extension 6A, a residential area in Orange Farm, Johannesburg.
According to preliminary reports, the officer had just completed his shift and arrived at a residence to visit a companion. While seated in his vehicle, the situation quickly turned violent.
Unidentified suspects approached the vehicle, setting off a deadly chain of events.
What We Know So Far
- Victim identified as JMPD officer Lindani Moses Maleka
- He was 30 years old at the time of death
- Incident happened shortly after he finished duty
- Location: Sizanani Street, Extension 6A, Orange Farm
- Suspects allegedly forced a female passenger out of the vehicle
- Officer was shot multiple times and died at the scene
- His service firearm was not stolen
- Case of murder opened with SAPS
Authorities are still working to identify and locate the suspects.