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Monday, September 23, 2024

Tavern violence: death roll rises, 2 arrested for killings

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The death toll following the massacre at the Nomzamo Tavern in Soweto has risen to 16 after another victim died while being treated in hospital. Meanwhile: 2 people have been arrested in connection with the killing of 4 people and wounding of 8 others at a  tavern in Pietermaritzburg, also at the weekend.

At the same time: Gauteng Police have confirmed that 1 person has been shot dead yesterday, at Monaco tavern in Mamelodi, Pretoria. 3 suspects, wearing balaclavas and armed with pistols arrived at the venue, approached a 33-year-old man and shot him twice.

Zahraa Schroeder
Zahraa Schroeder
Zahraa writes articles about climate change, world conflict and celebrities. She received her Diploma in Journalism and Media Studies from Damelin, and has garnered more than four years’ experience in the radio industry. She is short for no reason and loves talking to strangers on the bus.

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