Popular South African musician Shebeshxt, whose real name is Lehlogonolo Katlego Chauke, has been taken into police custody following a violent road rage incident that resulted in a shooting.
The 30-year-old artist was arrested in connection with a shooting that left a 34-year-old man fighting for his life in hospital.
Police Operation Leads to Arrest
According to Limpopo Police authorities, Shebeshxt was apprehended during an intelligence-led operation conducted in Bendor, Polokwane. The arrest took place at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Police officials confirmed that the musician's arrest is directly linked to a shooting incident that occurred nearly a month earlier. The violent confrontation took place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, along Witklip Street in Ladanna, located just outside Polokwane.
Details of the Violent Confrontation
Investigators revealed that the incident began as a road rage altercation between Shebeshxt and another driver. During the heated exchange, the singer allegedly produced a firearm and discharged multiple shots toward the victim's vehicle.
A 34-year-old male victim was struck by gunfire during the shooting. Emergency services rushed the injured man to a nearby medical facility, where he remains in critical condition according to the latest medical reports.
Legal Proceedings and Public Reaction
Police spokespersons have confirmed that Shebeshxt has been formally charged with attempted murder. The musician is scheduled to make his first court appearance before the Polokwane Magistrate's Court on Thursday, November 13, 2025.
The news of Shebeshxt's arrest has sparked significant reaction across social media platforms. Some users expressed satisfaction with the development, pointing to the artist's history of aggressive behavior as making this outcome predictable. Others voiced disappointment while demanding justice for the victim and calling for increased accountability among public figures.
Authorities have emphasized that their investigation remains active as they continue to gather evidence and reconstruct the sequence of events that led to the shooting. Police are urging anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward.
