North West businessman Oupa Mogotsi survived what he described as gunfire directed at his vehicle on the East Rand, though authorities found the circumstances puzzling. The red Chevrolet he claimed to be driving sustained bullet damage targeting areas where passengers would sit, yet investigators discovered no blood evidence. Mogotsi declined to file an official complaint about the Tuesday evening incident in Vosloorus, prompting officers to open their investigation independently. Police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe confirmed he showed no physical injuries despite ballistic analysis revealing three rounds struck seating positions.
Forensic specialists inserted trajectory rods into bullet holes and determined the shots should have caused harm to occupants. Lieutenant Colonel Chris Mangena joined the examination at Vosloorus Police Station. Local witnesses offered conflicting statements about the events, with some reporting that Mogotsi arrived after the shooting in a white Volkswagen rather than escaping the vehicle under fire. He reportedly discouraged bystanders from contacting law enforcement.
The businessman faces mounting questions regarding alleged connections to police corruption networks. Officers raided his Mahikeng business location in October 2025 as part of broader misconduct inquiries. Authorities recovered 11 shell casings from the scene and continue reviewing security footage while urging Mogotsi to provide a complete account of his activities that evening.
Forensic specialists inserted trajectory rods into bullet holes and determined the shots should have caused harm to occupants. Lieutenant Colonel Chris Mangena joined the examination at Vosloorus Police Station. Local witnesses offered conflicting statements about the events, with some reporting that Mogotsi arrived after the shooting in a white Volkswagen rather than escaping the vehicle under fire. He reportedly discouraged bystanders from contacting law enforcement.
The businessman faces mounting questions regarding alleged connections to police corruption networks. Officers raided his Mahikeng business location in October 2025 as part of broader misconduct inquiries. Authorities recovered 11 shell casings from the scene and continue reviewing security footage while urging Mogotsi to provide a complete account of his activities that evening.
