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By Hoek Lounge in Rocklands, where businessman Themba Mothibi (46) was shot in the early hours of Sunday. (Photo: Google Street View)
Angry community members again went on a rampage on Sunday afternoon, barricading roads and leaving a trail of destruction. (Photo: Olebogeng Motse)
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