South African actor Dumi Masilela has been confirm died after he was shot by car hijackers on his way to visit a friend in Tembisa, Gauteng.
The rising star died on Wednesday night when he had parked his car and a black Jeep approached them. They tried to flee but the Jeep gave chase and the occupants opened fire, the Independent reports.
The 29-years old actor, who played the role of Sfiso Ngema on Rhythm City, died in hospital and shortly after, his family confirmed that his aunt also passed away after receiving the terrible news.