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Hijackers gun down Lucky Dube
19/10/2007 06:44  - (SA)  

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  • Johannesburg - Reggae star Lucky Dube, 43, was shot dead in a hijacking in Rosettenville, Johannesburg, on Thursday night, police said.

    Captain Cheryl Engelbrecht said the incident took place at about 20:20 when the singer and performer was driving in the Johannesburg suburb.

    She said Dube was dropping off his son in the area when he was attacked.

    "His son was already out of the car. When he saw what was happening, he ran to ask for help."

    The boy was too traumatised to provide police with any information, Engelbrecht said.

    The hijackers were still at large.

    Melvin Khumalo from Gallo Records - Dube's recording company - was not willing to comment on the incident, saying the company was attending to Dube's family.

    Khumalo was on the scene in Rosettenville on Thursday.

    Dube, born in Johannesburg in 1964, was named "Lucky" as he was born in poor health and doctors thought he would die, according to Wikipedia.

    But Dube survived and went on to become a frontline artist in the reggae genre.

    He had recorded over 20 albums in his music career which spanned over 20 years - according to the singer's website www.luckydubemusic.com.

    His albums included Rastas Never Die, Think About The Children, Soul Taker, Trinity and his latest, released in 2006, is called Respect.

    The reggae sensation, who did not drink or smoke cigarettes or marijuana, despite the association of the substance with Rastafarians, had won over 20 awards for his music contribution locally and internationally.

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      Rastas Never Die
    19/10/2007 07:18
    I think you will find they do when they are hijacked and shot. - Rob
     
      never forgotten
    19/10/2007 07:21
    u wil alwayz be in our hearts and minds R.I.P - thando
     
      lucky death
    19/10/2007 07:22
    We must first loose all our icons before the government reliase the seriousness of crime in south africa. Respect Lucky ... - llewellyn
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:22
    We are very sad to hear the terrible news and wish his family our condolences. It is a very sad day for South Africa when someone who gives only good, is taken so savagely. - Michael Cohen
     
      Why solidarity in rugby but not in fighting crime
    19/10/2007 07:25
    Well done to the Springboks, you have managed to get a country to stand behind you. Give us the secret, so we can use it to fight crime, so the whole country can see that the victims of crime in South Africa has been SENTENCED TO DEATH I am not a rugby fan, I will not wear green and gold, like the president asked the country to. why should we listen to him, when our people are being buthchered to death. Let's think about all the crime victims being buried on Saturday instead of celebrating. - Sardick Davids
     
      Loss of a great person
    19/10/2007 07:28
    What a sad day for our democracy. We have lost a very special person in a very sad and tragic manner. Rest is peace Lucky! - Brian
     
      When will it Stop!!!!!!!!!!!!
    19/10/2007 07:28
    How many More Precious lives must be lost? With tears in our eyes. An interesting Fact there are more Deaths in SA then Iraq (Makes you wonder) Our sincere Condolences to the Dube Family, in fact all the Familes that have lost a loved One to this Carnage in SA. - Patsy
     
      All criminal activities are being captivated by our government
    19/10/2007 07:29
    From a political perspective point of view, it is the right of the civilians to feel protected and safe by the gvnt, unfortunately we're born in South Africa whereby we live in a dog eat dog country, Criminals are welcome and honored, leaders do not action any citizenship complains and concerns. If we cant be safe in our own country where on earth do we actually belong. Political leaders do their own, the concept of law and legislation has gone beyond the meaning, FOREIGNERS are doing their wills - kenny mkhabela
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:36
    Shocking news. My heart goes out to the Dube family - another senseless murder and the hijackers are free to roam and kill again. Sad, sad, sad for our country. - Legend
     
      Rest in Peace
    19/10/2007 07:37
    He will be solely missed.And I wish people who did this rot in jail,they don't deserve to be called human beings. - Mavis
     
      shock over the death of Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:39
    What have we as South Africans have become is scary. THose ruthless bastards who gunned down Lucky have families and friends who might know about their criminal activities and yet do nothing about it. Those who know and keep quiet are just as bad and guilty as the actual perpetrators. you find mothers, wives and girlfriends who actually support the actions of these bastards and boast about it. I am saddened and angry by the death of this great man. NO one deserves to die like this. - olivia
     
      Crime will prevent many of us to go back home
    19/10/2007 07:42
    The death of Lucky Dube is sad and unnecessary. The government MUST take drastic action to stop crime in our beloved motherland. Most of us who live abroad want to go back home but are afraid to do so because crime is simple out of control. - Phil
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:43
    It is time to start fighting fire with fire in this country. There is no regard for human life, this is not a civil society that we are living in.We will start protecting our own. - Leon Janse van Rensburg
     
      Hijackers gun down Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:44
    Firstly,I would like to say that my heart goes out to the Dube Family for losing one their own.May God give them strength through this difficult time. In the grip of a rugby fever,we have been cruelly reminded of the crime levels in our country.One of our stars,one of our brothers,one of our fathers,one of our countrymen has been brutally taken away from us. I would like implore our leaders in government to take the fight to the criminals.We can make this country safe! Enough is enough!!!!! - Zanemvula Miza
     
      Dube s death
    19/10/2007 07:45
    It is with great regret to hear of the death of an icon in the music industry.This is an eye opener to the country about the savety of our fellow citizen.South Africa has lost a father and a brother. - Matome Mokgonyana
     
      Lucky shot dead
    19/10/2007 07:47
    It really pisses me off that those people dont want to work will kill for money. Though im black myself (and pround to be) I beleive Lucky assasin was black. I have black South African who work and are really good people.Im from Seychelles I normally spent my holidays in S.A, I know about those people they dont work beg on the street. They tarnish our image. shame on them - Antonia Cherry
     
      I HATE THIS HOLE
    19/10/2007 07:49
    Boy oh boy!!! Will this government EVER catch a wake up? HOW MANY MORE PEOPLE WILL DIE IN THIS SH!THOLE COUNTRY?? Get rid of foreigners, HANG murders, forget prison it's a joke! WE ARE SICK OF YOUR INCOMPETENCE MBEKI AND YOUR BAND OF ANC MORONS? - SICK OF THIS!
     
      Lucky's death
    19/10/2007 07:51
    It is sad news that we have lost a great son of the Republic.I failed to understand why criminals disregard the human life, why don't you simply take a car and spare a human life. My brother (also a Dube) was killed in front of me 11 years ago but the trauma is still with me, just imagine the trauma & scars that will be left on Lucky Dube's son. All South Africans should unite and fight this disease before it becomes an epidermic like Aids. - Another Dube
     
      hijackers
    19/10/2007 07:52
    what is south africa coming to when innocent artists are killed every second of every day? we are posing a very disappointing front to the whole world. south africa is losing its process to its leaders that have horrific pasts and disturbing deals that we as the public are informed and yet we cant bring out our own comments. this is not what we about, we are worth more. if the goverment does not stand up and face this head on, we are going to lose everything little by little. - matsoanelo radebe
     
      A very sad day
    19/10/2007 07:52
    Condolences - Rob
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:53
    Sad, sad sad, and the killers will go unpunished. They need to burn in hell ASAP! - Kallie
     
      crying
    19/10/2007 07:53
    well its very bad to here this tragid information about our great singer luck the great Dube about his death in rasters we are together in death we cry one another i wish the rest of the family a good life indeed - talent chidewu
     
      Rest in Peace
    19/10/2007 07:54
    Rest in Peace lucky!! - bob
     
      My condolences to the dubes
    19/10/2007 07:55
    I feel very moved by the death of one of South Africa's top singers,the legendary Lucky Dube. May his soul rest in peace. He will be perpetually missed by all music lovers in this county and abroad. - Kingsley Ngomana
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 07:58
    At a day when the nation is excited about our rugby team and then we get news like this, i'm shocked.How many people have to die before the govt gets tough on crime especially in Gauteng? This is a sad day and it,s going to make international headlines since Dube was loved the world over. - Godfrey
     
      We will miss you
    19/10/2007 07:58
    Rest in peace my soul inspire. We will miss you big time. You made us proud all the time. God bless you and your family. Whoever killed you will phase his own punishment. - Ntungufhadzeni Tshitimbi
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 08:00
    Really sad. What a loss!!! - Tayo
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 08:00
    Another Day in SA Another Senseless Killing. A Better Life for All??? Well Miss you. - CD
     
      Tragedy
    19/10/2007 08:03
    This just saddens me. A legend...but I somehow doubt that our national "leaders" actually care. Dube's death certainly won't dent their income, so they don't need to change anything... They only care when it directly influences their lives. I mean really, with so much pointing to Selebi's guilt...no smoke without a fire. But he'll get off scott-free. I doubt my rant will change anything, just lifts they weight off my chest a little. - M
     
      Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 08:04
    Eye for a Eye & a Life for a Life - Crime is out of control, it's time for some drastic measures!! - Ben
     
      LUCKY DUBE'S DEATH
    19/10/2007 08:06
    All my sympathy goes out to the families of Mr Lucky Dube.His death were so cruel and heartsore.May those criminals get caught and put them behind bars FOR LIFE!!! BRING BACK THE DEATH PENALTY,PLEASE!!! - Louis Broodryk
     
      lala ngoxolo Mfo kaDube
    19/10/2007 08:09
    I read about Lucky Dube's death on the internet and I was shocked.May his soul rest in Peace.Kwifemeli yakhe Nakunyana wakhe bangazonzakalisi uThix'ukhona Bangawonzakalisa uMzimba wakhe kodwa Masithembe ukuba wona uMphefumlo wakho unyukele ngasentla. - Simphiwe Mtwebana
     
      Shocking
    19/10/2007 08:12
    Rest in peace. - Fan
     
      LUCKY DUBE GUNNED DOWN
    19/10/2007 08:12
    I am saddened by what has happened to our legend and this ghastly deed was done for material gain.The law enforcement agencies must do everything in their power to apprehend those thugs.I feel sorry for his family and my condoloscence to them and his beloved fans.This just shows how cheap life is in our country. - scorpion
     
      crime
    19/10/2007 08:13
    What a shame on us. Crime is raping our 13 year democracy right under our nose. The merciless killing of Lucky Dube is a shocker and an embarassment to all of us. I will not be suprised if these criminals go on hijack Mandela.Sis. - Philani
     
      hijackers
    19/10/2007 08:14
    I think if people hijack they should be punished for life sentence. - violet
     
      DUBE
    19/10/2007 08:17
    I FIND IT DIFFICULT TO BELIEVE THIS... - THEMBA
     
      Voice your opinions or loss on the Facebook group: LUCKY DUBE, RIP
    19/10/2007 08:17
    http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=5672999085 - John Murray
     
      these criminals must be stopped
    19/10/2007 08:18
    My condolences to the Dube family, Lucky will be missed by many. - TK
     
      WATAF?
    19/10/2007 08:18
    u know what? I blame Jackie Selebi! For dem Rastas, as Sizzla Kalonji said "Yes, u gotta be strong,the world is out there-conquer yo fears and dont wait too long" i bliv dats what Ras Dube did. Mo' faya. U de best mon.Wicked Riddims u provided in the late 80's and 90's mon. U will mosdef be missed. now check the SA media: Only now will they try and honor you for the contribution u made-as usual dem not care while we alive. Dem sell papers out of peoples misery. Give Thanks & Praises!!!Mo FAYA! - blackmodz
     
      The death of Lucky Dube
    19/10/2007 08:18
    Today South Africa has lost one of her greatest and Influential artist of all time. Luke Dube as touched the hearts of many people through his music and has been a house-hold name to all South African. I pary that our country take a stand against such cirmes and to bring to justice the criminals that have caused heartache to families who have lost loved-ones through these unjustified acts. My Sympathies to the families of Lucke Dube. Adrian Martin - Adrian Martin
     
         
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