Kaizer Chiefs defender has tragically passed after being shot during a hijacking.

Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs has tragically passed away after being shot during a hijacking on Wednesday.

The 24-year-old joined Chiefs in October after leaving SuperSport United and despite not making his debut yet, was still considered one of the brightest defensive prospects in South African football.

A family member confirmed to iDiski Times on Wednesday evening that the former Ubuntu Academy development product passed on today after being shot during a hijacking.

We at iDiski Times extend our heartfelt condolences to the Fleurs family, Kaizer Chiefs and those closest to Luke during this incredibly challenging moment.

Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs has tragically passed after being shot during a hijacking.

I cannot believe this after seeing him a few days ago, incredibly sad moment, my heartfelt condolences to his loved ones.

🕊️💔 RIP pic.twitter.com/U6FV3Ff9RJ

— Lorenz Köhler (@Lorenz_KO) April 3, 2024

𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘🕊️

Kaizer Chiefs defender Luke Fleurs has sadly passed away on Wednesday after being involved in a hijacking incident.

We, at iDiski Times, would like to express our condolences to Fleurs’ family, friends and the broader SA football fraternity. pic.twitter.com/nC7JT3oJja

— iDiski Times (@iDiskiTimes) April 3, 2024

Death be not proud, rest in peace Luke Fleurs

💔🕊️ pic.twitter.com/JKHX1Bk7SS

— Thomas Mlambo (@thomasmlambo) April 3, 2024