Brown Mogotsi, a controversial businessman, is under investigation by police for an attempted hit. The South African Police Service (SAPS) is looking into claims that Brown Mogotsi, a controversial businessman and political fixer, was the target of an apparent hit in Vosloorus, which is east of Johannesburg. Social media accounts that aren't confirmed say that Mogotsi was in a car that was shot at in Vosloorus Extension 25. The vehicle is said to have been struck by more than eight bullets.

The driver and Mogotsi's health are unknown at this time. Brigadier Athlenda Mathe, the national spokesperson for the SAPS, stated in a brief message to members of the media on Tuesday morning that she was traveling to the Vosloorus police station in Gauteng to verify the reports. “I’m heading to Vosloorus SAPS to ascertain reports about Brown Mogotsi,” Mathe said. Police have not yet confirmed if there was indeed an attempt on Mogotsi's life, any injuries, fatalities, or arrests linked to the alleged attack. Who exactly is Brown Mogotsi? Mogotsi, a North West province businessman, has recently been the focus of numerous high-profile investigations.

In October, IOL reported that police raided his business premises in Seweding village near Mahikeng as part of an ongoing probe into alleged corruption and political interference. Mogotsi has previously described himself as a businessman and ANC volunteer. The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, which is looking into alleged political interference in the criminal justice system, has named him in testimony. Witnesses have claimed that he is connected to the controversial businessman Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala, alleging that Mogotsi may have facilitated payments to political figures and shared sensitive police information. Mogotsi has not publicly responded in detail to these claims. Mogotsi told the media after the October raid that he was afraid for his life because of what he called "targeted harassment" by law enforcement officials.