South Africans woke to the sad news of the passing of soccer player Luke Fleurs. Fleurs, a Kaizer Chiefs defender was shot and killed in a botched hijacking in Honeydew, Johannesburg on Wednesday 3 April. 24 year old Luke was born on 3 March 2000.
Kaizer Chiefs released the statement below confirming his passing:
“It is with a great deal of sadness that we announce that Kaizer Chiefs player, Luke Fleurs tragically lost his life last night during a hijacking incident in Johannesburg.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
The SAPS are handling the matter and further details will be communicated in due course. May his dear soul rest in peace.”
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Minister of Sports, Arts & Culture Zizi Kodwa passed his condolences:
“I am saddened by the passing of @KaizerChiefs defender and former junior international Luke Fleurs. I am saddened that yet another life has been cut short due to violent crime. My thoughts are with the Fleurs and Amakhosi family, and the entire South African football fraternity.”
Our sincere condolences to his family, friends and fans.
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