A 35-year-old man was shot multiple times and killed near a football ground in Mogodi Village, Limpopo, on Thursday night, police said on Friday. Emergency Medical Services attended the scene and the victim was declared dead on arrival.
Police response and investigation
Police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said officers responded to reports of a shooting and were directed to a lifeless body when they arrived. The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds to both the upper and lower body, according to the police statement.
“Police responded to the shooting. Upon arrival, they were directed to a lifeless body of a male person,” Colonel Ledwaba said. “The victim was shot multiple times across the upper and lower body.”
As of Friday, no arrests had been made and the motive for the killing remained unknown, the police confirmed. Investigations are ongoing and members of the public with information have been asked to come forward.
How the public can assist
Police urged anyone with relevant details to contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Michael Magadane, on 082 414 2698. People may also call Crime Stop or report information at their nearest police station. No further details about the victim’s identity were released in the initial police statement.
- Victim age: 35 years
- Location: Football ground area, Mogodi Village, Limpopo
- Time of incident: About 10pm on Thursday night
- Arrests: None reported as of Friday
Context: similar case under way
The shooting in Mogodi Village follows another violent incident in Limpopo last month, when police opened a kidnapping and murder investigation after a 26-year-old woman was abducted from a home in Thabakhubedu Village and later found dead near the Ntwane soccer ground with multiple gunshot wounds. In that case, police also said two armed men forced entry into the house.
Both matters remain under investigation, and police have not linked the incidents publicly. The recurrence of violent attacks near community football grounds has heightened concern among residents and local leaders about safety around evening sporting events and informal gatherings.
Practical safety information for communities
Residents and visitors should remain vigilant, particularly near public spaces late at night. Practical steps to improve safety include:
- Reporting suspicious behaviour promptly to the nearest police station or to Crime Stop;
- Avoiding poorly lit areas and travelling in groups when possible;
- Ensuring community watch structures inform SAPS of scheduled events so officers can increase visibility where resources allow.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Incident | Shooting resulting in death |
| Location | Mogodi Village football ground area |
| Victim age | 35 |
| Time | About 10pm (Thursday night) |
| Police contact | Sergeant Michael Magadane — 082 414 2698 |
Police investigations continue. Anyone with video footage, witness testimony or other information relevant to the case is urged to contact the investigating officer or report to their nearest police station. Authorities have reiterated that even small details may assist in establishing motive and identifying suspects.
Reporting on crime remains sensitive for families and communities affected by violence. Local leaders and service providers often encourage those impacted to seek support from community safety forums and victim-support services while police carry out forensic and follow-up enquiries.
The killing has raised concerns in Mogodi Village and surrounding areas about increases in armed incidents. Police have not issued a formal safety advisory beyond the appeal for information at the time of publication.
