Police in the Western Cape have launched a large-scale manhunt following the fatal shooting of seven men, aged between 20 and 30, in Road 53, Better Life, Philippi East, on Friday night.

Detectives attached to the Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes Unit have been assigned to the case and are pursuing every available lead to identify and apprehend those responsible for this brutal attack.

It is not clear what the motive is.

Western Cape police management has strongly condemned the killings and confirmed that the investigation has been prioritised to ensure that the perpetrators are swiftly brought to justice.

Provincial Commissioner, Thembisile Patekile, has expressed concern about the level of violence and appealed to community members to assist police by sharing any information that could aid the investigation.

“Community cooperation is crucial in bringing those responsible to book and restoring safety to our neighbourhoods.”

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information that can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS mobile application. All information will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.