Philippi police are hunting for suspects following two separate suspected gang-related shootings in Hanover Park that left two men dead and three others wounded on Saturday morning, 31 October 2026.

In the first shooting, a 46-year-old man was gunned down in John Vlei Walk.

Police spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg says the victim sustained gunshot wounds to his body.

“He was declared deceased on the scene by medical personnel.”

In a separate shooting in Surran Road, a 19-year-old man was also shot and killed.

“The 19-year-old victim sustained gunshot wounds to his body and was declared deceased on the scene by medical personnel,” Twigg added.

Three other victims also sustained gunshot wounds and were rushed to medical facilities for treatment.

“The motives for these attacks are believed to be gang related and arrests are yet to be made.”

Police are investigating two counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder.