Six people have been arrested in connection with the death of South African footballer Luke Fleurs. Police stated that the suspects were apprehended in Soweto and are believed to be part of a syndicate responsible for car hijackings in Gauteng province. Investigators are actively seeking additional suspects, and the vehicle associated with the incident has been recovered.

According to authorities, Fleurs, who played for Kaiser Chiefs, was attacked at a petrol station by gunmen who demanded he exit his vehicle, subsequently shooting him in the upper body. The South African Police Service has assured that efforts are ongoing to arrest and prosecute those responsible for the crime. A somber moment of silence was observed for Fleurs before Kaiser Chiefs’ match against Chippa United, and a club statement expressed deep sadness at the tragic loss, extending condolences to Fleurs’ family and friends.

Provincial minister Anroux Marais mourned the untimely passing of Fleurs, recognizing his achievements in sport and expressing condolences to his loved ones. Fleurs had a promising sports career, having played for various teams and represented South Africa at the youth and Olympic levels. Lastly, the text contains an invitation to join a WhatsApp community for Mirror Football content, along with disclosures about offers, promotions, and privacy information.