Tragedy in Johannesburg: One dead, two injured in Emmarentia road rage shooting

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Puleng Maake

19 April 2026 | 14:04

Two drivers were involved in an altercation earlier on Sunday that escalated into a shooting.

Tragedy in Johannesburg: One dead, two injured in Emmarentia road rage shooting

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Police are investigating a deadly road rage incident in Emmarentia, northern Johannesburg, where one man was killed, and two others were injured.

The two drivers were involved in an altercation earlier on Sunday that escalated into a shooting. According to reports, a female passenger allegedly retrieved a firearm from one of the vehicles, while one of the drivers also drew a gun.

Gauteng police spokesperson Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi says the exchange of gunfire led to the death of one of the drivers, while the other driver and his passenger were injured.

“The police will be investigating a case of murder and attempted murder. The public, especially drivers, are urged to always abide by the traffic rules and exercise patience while using public roads to avoid road rage situations.”

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