News24 reports that Free State police are on the hunt for a suspect who shot and killed a senior manager of the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality last Wednesday.

Luzuko Ntlabezo, who was employed at the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, was shot while leaving his office. Police spokesperson Captain Loraine Earle said the 48-year-old was in his car with a colleague when they were attacked. "An unknown shooter approached the car and allegedly fired shots on the driver's side. Police found four empty cartridges near the car. The 48-year-old was declared dead at the scene. His colleague escaped being wounded, however, he received treatment for shock," Earle reported. Municipal spokesperson Qondile Khedama indicated: "The information at our disposal is that Mr Ntlabezo was allegedly followed after he left his office and was ultimately shot outside the regional office.” Ntlabezo was an experienced water engineer who joined the municipality in 2012. "He was always available and went beyond the call of duty to assist those who required assistance," said City Manager Sello More.

• Read the full original of the report in the above regard by Lisalee Solomons at News24 (trial registration required)

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