Violent Attacks In Johannesburg
A Madeiran business manager was shot this morning in Johannesburg, South Africa, marking the latest in a series of tragic and violent attacks. According to Diário de NotÃcias da Madeira, this incident follows the reported kidnapping of another Madeiran individual last night.
Victim Shot Three Times
The victim, who was preparing to open his business, was shot three times and transported to a hospital in critical condition. Local sources and opposition members claim this is the 17th kidnapping within the Portuguese community in just six months.
Who Is Responsible?
Authorities suspect organized crime gangs, including Mozambican, Ethiopian, and Somali mafias, are behind this wave of violence, aiming to seize control of Portuguese-owned businesses through force and intimidation.
Concerns About Foreign Nationals Involved In Crimes
According to businesstech.co.za, South Africa's latest crime statistics for Q1 2023/24 show a mixed picture. While murders, sexual offenses, and carjackings have decreased compared to the same period last year, the numbers remain alarmingly high. Overall, contact crimes increased by 4.8%, driven by attempted murder, assault, and robbery. However, contact-related and property-related crimes declined, with significant drops in robberies and burglaries. Police minister Bheki Cele acknowledges concerns about the involvement of untraceable foreign nationals in crime.
Contact crimes include violent crimes like murder, attempted murder and sexual offences, as well as common assault and robbery.
Contact-related crimes include arson and malicious injury to property.
Source: Dnoticias.pt, businesstech.co.za
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