Chinese National Shot at in Solwezi

A Chinese national has been left battling for his life in Solwezi after he was shot in the thigh by criminals that got away with undisclosed amounts of money.

The criminals also beat up a female restaurant manager whom they left almost blind from injuries.

Police have yet to catch the criminals with a manhunt launched.

The Chinese national was attacked at his home in Solwezi around 02:00 hours on Sunday morning.

He was shot at after trying to stop the criminals from getting away with his safe box.

Both victims are admitted at Solwezi General Hospital where their conditions have been described as stable.