Rhythm City actor Dumi Masilela died after being shot during an attempted hijacking on Wednesday night.
e.tv spokesperson, Michael Pocock confirmed that Masilela passed
away. "It is with great sadness that e.tv confirms the passing of Dumi Masilela," said Pocock.
"e.tv sends its condolences to Dumi's family, friends, and Rhythm City
colleagues."
Gauteng police said they are now searching for the perpetrators.
"We are investigating a case of murder and attempted hijacking. Two
men (including Masilela) were sitting in a white Golf 7 last night when
they were approached by a black Jeep who tried hijack them. The two
occupants in the Golf tried to drive off and one of them was shot," said
Gauteng police spokesperson Kay Makhubele.
After Masilela was wounded he pulled over and his friend then drove
him to hospital, where he died on Thursday morning. He was 31-years-
old.
