‘Gut-wrenching’ tragedy befalls New Somerset Hospital, fatal shooting leaves 3 dead

Published on


Add Smile FM on Google

An investigation is underway after a shooting at the New Somerset Hospital over the weekend, which left 3 people, including a police officer, dead. A patient who was ready for discharge, allegedly obtained a firearm during an altercation with the police officer, who was guarding another patient. He allegedly shot the police officer and then 2 patients. A healthcare worker on the scene managed to calm the shooter down, and convinced him to hand over the weapon.

Latest articles

Two 14-year-olds injured in school stabbing

 Somerset West police are investigating a stabbing at Helderberg High School that left two 14-year-old learners injured on Friday morning, 23 October 2026. The South...

New programme gives learners skills beyond matric

 The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) has allocated R127 million in a new initiative aimed at strengthening technical education and preparing learners for the...

Grade 11 exams crucial to learners’ future prospects – college head

 With the 2026 National Senior Certificate Exams in full swing, the Campus Head at Rosebank International has encouraged Grade 11 students to view their...