Western Cape Police has launched a manhunt for four unknown armed suspects following a fatal mass shooting incident in Harare, Khayelitsha, that left four people dead and one person injured on Tuesday evening.
According to police reports, the four armed men arrived at a residence in Ntlazane Road at about 20:15, where several patrons were gathered in the yard watching a soccer match. It is believed that the premises may have been operating as an illegal liquor outlet.
The suspects opened reportedly opened fire on the group, fatally wounding three people at the scene. Two additional victims were transported to a local medical facility for treatment, where one of the victims later succumbed to his injuries.
According to police colonel, Andrè Traut, four victims, aged between 30 and 38, died as a result of the shooting, while a 59-year-old victim sustained injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.
Preliminary information suggests that the motive for the attack could be linked to extortion, but, Traut says this aspect forms part of the ongoing investigation.
“Detectives attached to the Provincial Serious and Violent Crime Unit are following up on several leads.The suspects fled the scene on foot and have not yet been arrested.”
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit information anonymously via the MySAPS mobile application.
All information received will be treated with strict confidentiality.
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