A smash-and-grab incident along Jakes Gerwel Drive is believed to have led to a fatal outcome on Wednesday.

According to Bonteheuwel ward councillor Angus McKenzie, a vehicle was attacked, after which a suspected smash-and-grabber was shot.

Police confirmed the death of a 26-year-old man on the corners of Jakes Gerwel Drive and Jakkalsvlei Avenue, in Bonteheuwel, but noted that they are still looking into the circumstances of the incident.

“Police members attended to a complaint of a shooting and upon arrival on the scene they found the victim who sustained gunshot wounds to his body. The victim was declared deceased on the scene by medical personnel,” said Western Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Wesley Twigg.

McKenzie said there is limited information available on the circumstance at this stage but noted that that stretch of road is notorious for smash-and-grab incidents.

“This stretch of road, linking areas such as Dunoon, Langa, and Samora Machel, has unfortunately become a hotspot for smash-and-grab syndicates targeting vulnerable motorists at traffic lights,” said Mckenzie.

He added that there were “serious consequences” for continued criminal activity and hoped that those involved in smash-and-grab syndicates would understand this.

“Serious consequences… come with terrorising innocent drivers on our roads.”

He further appealed to motorists using that road to remain vigilant.

Meanwhile, police are investigating a case of murder and have noted that no arrests have been made yet.

“Anyone with any information about this incident can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously.”