A popular Eastern Cape entertainer is expected to appear before the East London Magistrate’s Court following his arrest in connection with the attempted murder of a 16-year-old boy who was allegedly shot while picking guavas in Amalinda.
Mlindelwa “Man B” Tyekana, owner of Man B Entertainment, was arrested alongside two other suspects aged 44 and 55 after a teenager was gunned down in a shocking incident that has left the community outraged.
According to police, the shooting happened on Wednesday, 14 May 2026, at approximately 16:00. Authorities were alerted after a complainant received a call from the trauma unit at the hospital regarding a gunshot victim brought in from the Amalinda area.
Police investigations revealed that the 16-year-old victim had allegedly been in bushes behind a liquor store with friends, picking guavas, when a person standing on a nearby wall allegedly opened fire on the group.
The children reportedly fled in panic as shots were fired.
The injured teenager managed to walk to a nearby shop on Woolwash Road before collapsing. Emergency medical services responded and transported him to hospital, where he remains in intensive care.
A case of attempted murder was opened, leading to the arrest of the three suspects by the Serious Violent Crime Unit.
Tyekana now faces charges of attempted murder and assault as investigations continue.
The suspects are expected to appear in court today.
The incident has sparked widespread shock and anger, with many questioning how a teenager could allegedly be shot over fruit picking. Community members have since called for justice as the young victim continues to fight for his life.
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