Gauteng Traffic Officer Dalindyebo Dineka, who was allegedly shot and killed by his girlfriend.
COLLEAGUES of the Gauteng Traffic Officer, Dalindyebo Dineka, who was killed allegedly by his girlfriend in a hail of bullets, visited his home to pay their respects and offer support.
On Monday, 19 August, Gauteng Traffic Officers and Crime Prevention Wardens went to the home of their deceased colleague in Pimville, Soweto.
It is alleged that Neo Jane Kgaba (38), his girlfriend, shot and killed her partner, Dalindyebo (31), before turning the gun on herself in the early hours of Saturday after they had an argument at an after-tears event.
Dineka allegedly sustained four gunshot wounds while Kgaba sustained a gunshot wound to the head.
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One of his colleagues recalled how he encouraged people to vote during the 2024 voting season.
“He encouraged people to vote for their favourite party in order to see a change,” recalled a friend.
Gauteng Traffic Officer, Dalindyebo Dineka who was fatally shot.
His family went to Sebokeng in the Vaal on Monday to view the body of their beloved son for the first time after the tragic incident.
Returning with sadness written all over their faces, the family came back holding a grey t-shirt that was wrapped around the stick which is normally used to collect the spirit of a deceased person.
Daily Sun approached the family for a short interview relating to the incident. They were, however, unable to speak. They asked for more time to discuss amongst themselves and appoint a family spokesperson, should they decide they want to speak.
The public, who were fond of him, took to social media platforms to express their heartfelt condolences. Katekani Shivambu wrote, “Truly being in his transport is one of our best childhood memories.
Looking at these pics floods me with such amazing memories with my transport mates and our driver Dali26. Honestly, there was never a dull moment here. Wow, I’m truly gutted by his passing, man. #RIPDali26”.
Andile Buthelezi said, “Death be not proud. Can’t believe what I just read about a humble soul. Rest in peace, Dali26”.
Nhlanhla Khomola
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