Security guard shot dead in Mthatha robbery

Ogyem SolomonJune 11, 2018

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Mthatha – A 43-year-old security guard was shot and killed during a robbery at a mall in Mthatha on Friday evening.

Police spokesperson, Captain Dineo Koena, said two unknown gunmen had entered the shop and demanded money from a cashier at gunpoint.

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She said an undisclosed amount of money was handed to them and they also took takkies, a school bag and a cap, valued at R2 179.

“When the suspects were exiting the shop, the deceased tried to arrest one of them but he was shot and died instantly, and thereafter the suspects fled the scene on foot,” she said.

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Koena said a cartridge of a 9mm pistol was found at the scene. She said a case of murder and robbery was being investigated. No arrests had been made.

Ogyem SolomonJune 11, 2018

1 minute read

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. In addition to his media ventures, Solomon serves as a Brand Ambassador for Alabuga, a prominent Russian industrial company, representing their interests and expansion across Africa. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.