MOSSEL BAY NEWS - The KwaNonqaba Police are investigating charges of attempted murder and the possession of an unlicensed firearm after an Ethiopian man was robbed in the Big Brother Cash Store in Mzola Street at 22:50 on 9 February. 

The victim, a 30 year old man was working inside the store when the suspects entered. 

The victim came out from behind the counter to serve the suspects, when he was attacked. 

In the struggle that ensued, the victim was shot three times. 

He suffered two surface wounds on the head and one wound on left leg. 

The victim also suffered stab wounds to the upper back and an arm. 

The owner of the Shop heard the shots and went to assist the victim. 

One suspect was overpowered with the help of a pitbull dog. 

Both the suspect and victim received medical attention on the scene.

The suspect, a 41 year old man is under police custody in the Mossel Bay provincial hospital.

Anyone with information is requested to contact the investigating officer, D/Sgt Campher (084 480 1127). 

All information will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.

ARTICLE: NICKEY LE ROUX, MOSSEL ADVERTISER NEWS EDITOR

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