- Rapper AKA shot dead
- Friend shot dead and bodyguard wounded
- Video of how he was shot
Police sources in Durban have confirmed rapper Kiernan ‘AKA’ Forbes was shot dead in a drive-by shooting on Florida Road on Friday night.
Another person believed to be AKA’s bodyguard, was also wounded, while another unidentified person, who is understood to be a close friend of AKA, has been shot dead.
Later, police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda confirmed police were investigating two murder cases and they were yet to establish the motives for the murders.
Without naming Forbes, he confirmed one of the deceased was a popular musician.
It is understood that AKA was standing outside the Wish Restaurant when he was gunned down in a drive-by shooting.
Two unknown cars are believed to have opened fire just before 10pm.
The identity of the second person shot dead is unknown at this stage, but he is understood to be a close friend of AKA.
Video of how rapper AKA was shot
AKA shot at an open space as shooter runs away
According to social media posts, AKA was due to perform at a Durban night club, YUGO, where he was expected to perform as part of his birthday celebrations.
His close friend Da Les, took to social media to express shock.
“Unbelievable 
. I’m done 
.” He wrote.
By Stella Anyango
