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Kaizer Chiefs Defender Luke Fleurs Fatally Shot in Tragic Hijacking Incident

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Kaizer Chiefs‘ young defender Luke Fleurs has tragically passed away after a fatal gunshot wound sustained during a hijacking incident in Johannesburg. The 24-year-old, who had recently joined Kaizer Chiefs after departing SuperSport United, was seen as a rising star in South African football.

A family member, speaking to football publication iDiski Times, revealed that Fleurs succumbed to his injuries today as a result of the gunshot wound he suffered during the tragic hijacking.

Luke Fleurs had a promising career, having played 70 matches for SuperSport United and scoring two goals after joining from Ubuntu FC back in July 2018. Although he hadn’t made his debut for Kaizer Chiefs yet, his potential and talent were undeniable, making his untimely passing all the more heartbreaking.

The football community, along with fans and supporters of Kaizer Chiefs, are mourning the loss of Luke Fleurs. The club and his former teammates at SuperSport United are devastated by the news and are offering their condolences to the Fleurs family during this difficult time.

iDiski Times, where the tragic news was confirmed, expressed their deepest sympathies and sorrow at the loss of a talented young player who had a bright future ahead of him. The city of Johannesburg is reeling from the shocking incident, which has once again highlighted the dangers faced by residents on a daily basis.

Rachel Adams

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