Home invasion: man dies protecting mom and sister

A YOUNG Chatsworth man was shot and killed, while protecting his mother and sister from armed men, who accosted them while they were drying clothes last Wednesday morning.

- YOSHINI PERUMAL

According to reports from the Maansi Fire and Security's tactical team, five armed men entered the property in Havenside from the rear of the premises, which leads to Bulbul Drive, at around 8am.

“When the homeowner and her daughter got outside to dry clothing, they were accosted by the armed suspects. They then rushed into the kitchen area, forcing the females into the house and demanding valuables.

"The homeowner's son and husband got up after hearing loud noises from the first floor of the double storey home. When the father and son went downstairs, they attempted to fight off the suspects. The suspects fired shots, which struck the 29-year-old.

"The victim was rushed to hospital but due to the bullets striking his vital organs, he succumbed to his injuries,” the report said.