Manhunt launched after killing of Gugulethu CPF member

CAPE TOWN - Western Cape police are searching for suspects involved in the assassination of Deputy Chairperson of the Gugulethu Community Policing Forum, Lulama Dinginto.

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It's alleged that a well-known criminal is behind the murder.

She was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday morning while asleep at home.

Dinginto has been described as a dedicated community servant and leader who gave so much of herself to make our world a better place.

The Western Cape Provincial Community Police Board has called on the SAPS to activate their 72 hour-plan, and spare no efforts to find the perpetrators.

The board has raised concerns about targeted killings of members, particularly in Cape Town.