Jub Jub to appear in court after alleged kidnapping and shooting of e-hailing driver

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Johannesburg – Musician and television personality Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye is expected to appear in the Germiston Magistrate’s Court today after being arrested in connection with an alleged kidnapping and shooting incident involving an e-hailing driver in Edenvale.

Police confirmed that a 45-year-old man was arrested on charges of kidnapping, unlawful discharge of a firearm and defeating the ends of justice following an incident that unfolded on Sunday morning.

While the South African Police Service did not identify the suspect by name, broadcaster eNCA reported that the arrested man is Maarohanye.

According to SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, the incident began at about 7.30am when an e-hailing driver dropped off a female passenger at a residence in Edenvale.

“It is alleged that at approximately 07:30, the e-hailing driver had transported a female passenger to a residence in Edenvale when he was confronted by the suspect, who accused him of being involved in a romantic relationship with his girlfriend,” Mathe said.

Police allege the suspect then forced the driver into his vehicle and prevented him from leaving.

“The suspect allegedly forced the e-hailing driver into his vehicle and prevented him from leaving. During the incident, the suspect reportedly discharged a firearm in the direction of the driver,” Mathe said.

The driver reportedly escaped unharmed and drove to a nearby police station, where the matter was reported. Police said officers acted swiftly and arrested the suspect shortly afterwards.

Maarohanye’s arrest marks another legal setback for the television presenter and musician, whose previous court battles have repeatedly drawn national attention. Police investigations into the matter are continuing.

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