Kaizer Chiefs player Luke Fleurs has reportedly died on Wednesday night.
The South African defender is said to have been shot and killed in Honeydew, north of Johannesburg in a botched car hijacking.
“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,” Chiefs wrote.
“The SAPS are handling the matter and further details will be communicated in due course. May his dear soul rest in peace.”
Said Gauteng SA Police Spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Mavela Masondo: “The police are waiting for information on the incident for now,” Masondo stated.
“We will comment further on the matter as soon as we gather the details thereof…”
The former SuperSport United defender joined Amakhosi in October right after Molefi Ntseki vacated his role as head coach last year.
After weeks of training with the Glamour Boys, the 24-year-old defender penned a two-year deal with an option to renew at the end of the contract.
