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Robert Wolk killed in Kempton Park road-rage shooting
Prominent South African racing driver Robert Wolk was shot and killed on the evening of September 16, 2026, following an alleged road-rage incident in Kempton Park.
The incident occurred at the intersection of Camwood Street and Portland Drive in Esther Park. Reports indicate that Wolk was involved in a minor collision with a Volkswagen Jetta while traveling toward OR Tambo International Airport to catch a flight for a race in Cape Town. Following the collision, a confrontation ensued. Video footage circulating on social media appears to show Wolk being shot in the back as he attempted to walk away from the argument.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has opened a murder investigation. Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi confirmed that Wolk was declared dead at the scene and that no suspects have been arrested yet.
Wolk, 41, was a highly respected figure in the South African motorsport community, with a career spanning nearly three decades. His achievements included multiple championships in Formula Ford, SA Formula Volkswagen, and the SA GTC series. Motorsport South Africa expressed profound grief over his passing, describing him as a beloved ambassador for the sport.
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Kempton Park · Motorsport South Africa · Robert Wolk · South African Police Service
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- [● 3 SOURCES] No suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting. newsflash24.de · www.thesouthafrican.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Robert Wolk was declared dead at the scene in Kempton Park. newsflash24.de · www.thesouthafrican.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Wolk was shot in the back while walking away from the confrontation. newsflash24.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] The shooting resulted from a road-rage conflict following a minor traffic accident. newsflash24.de · www.thesouthafrican.com