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Kaizer Chiefs Luke Fleurs has died after being shot during a car hijacking

Fleurs was reportedly gunned down during a hijacking incident on Wednesday night.The incident took place in Florida, Johannesburg, while Fleurs was stopped at a petrol station.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Chiefs confirmed the demise of the player and stated the respective authorities are investigating.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce that Kaizer Chiefs player, Luke Fleurs tragically lost his life last night during a hijacking incident in Johannesburg. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time. The SAPS are handling… <a href="https://t.co/4CTCiH1I41">pic.twitter.com/4CTCiH1I41</a>— Kaizer Chiefs (@KaizerChiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/KaizerChiefs/status/1775766073247187264?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2024</a></blockquote>
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WHAT WAS SAID

"It is reported that the victim, who was driving a red VW Golf 8 GTI, drove into the petrol station in 14th Avenue at the corner of Hendrik Potgieter," police spokesperson Lt-Col Mavela Masondo said as quoted by <a href="https://www.timeslive.co.za/news/south-africa/2024-04-04-police-launch-manhunt-for-suspects-linked-to-murder-of-chiefs-player-luke-fleurs/" target="_blank">Times LIVE.</a>"While waiting to be served by the petrol attendant, he was confronted by two armed men driving a white BMW 1 Series. "The suspects pointed a firearm at him and took him out of his vehicle, then shot him once on the upper body. "One suspect drove off with the victim's car, followed by his accomplice."The victim was taken to the nearest medical care centre where he was certified dead on arrival."

WHAT THE POLICE SAID

Fleurs parted ways with SuperSport United earlier this season and he resurfaced at Chiefs where he underwent successful trials.After joining Chiefs in October 2023 on a two-year deal, Fleurs worked on his fitness following his injury recovery. The talented defender was named 2021/22 PSL Young Player of the Season and he is a former South Africa youth international.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Police investigations will continue while we await word on funeral arrangements and memorial services that will be held in the young defender's honour.

WHAT'S NEXT?

Kaizer Chiefs Luke Fleurs has died after being shot during a car hijacking | Goal.com South Africa

The club has confirmed the death of the player and the police have released a statement on their investigation.