Johannesburg - Fans, friends and family members are today mourning the loss of Ajax Cape Town defender, Cecil Lolo.
News24 is reporting that the soccer star was killed in a head on collision on the N2 highway near Khayelitsha last night.
The club confirmed the news on its Facebook page, saying that they have lost a brave warrior.
Meanwhile, social media has paid tribute to the fallen star...
#Cecil_Lolo... what a talent! I thank God for shining thru this young lad. May his soul rest in peace.
— Pule Matlho (@PuleMatlho) October 25, 2015
Sad to hear about the passing of Cecil Lolo. Career trajectory was going the right way ?? Gone way too soon. Condolences to his fam #RIPLolo
— Kamza (@KamzaMbatha) October 25, 2015
RIP Cecil Lolo May God give his family Patience and strenght at this time.
— Farouk Khan (@FaroukKhan9) October 25, 2015
I am begging all our footballers to be responsible when driving. Always sad when a player loses his or her life. Rest in peace Cecil Lolo
— Shaun Bartlett (@shaunbart9) October 25, 2015
Heaven has gained an angel today R.I.P #Cecil lolo pic.twitter.com/qUAn9yMhJ2
— lindy BlaqRose mpedi (@iamlindiwe_M) October 25, 2015