An alleged gang boss was shot dead in Athlone, Cape Town, on Wednesday.

Western Cape police spokesperson Sgt Noxolo Rwexana said the shooting happened at about 5.25pm.

“It is alleged that a 47-year-old was shot and fatally wounded by unidentified suspects,” said Rwexana. “The suspects entered a liquor store and shot at the victim. The circumstances are under investigation.”

Rwexana said no arrests had been made.

(SOURCE: TIMES LIVE)