A deadly shooting incident occurred at the Hazeldene taxi rank on Tuesday afternoon, leaving two men dead and five others, including three children, injured. According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), the incident happened at around 2:35pm when unknown suspects opened fire on a group of people. The victims, aged 20 and 22, were fatally wounded and declared dead on the scene by medical personnel.
The motive behind the shooting remains unknown, but police are investigating two counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder. The SAPS Anti-Gang Unit detectives are working on the case and have called for members of the public to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation.
Shootings in South Africa
Unfortunately, this is not an isolated incident, as shootings have become a common occurrence in South Africa. In a separate incident on Merrydale Street in Portlands, a 26-year-old man was shot and killed, with police suspecting that the attack may be gang-related. The high crime rate in the country has raised concerns among citizens, with many calling for more to be done to address the issue.
Community Reaction
Western Cape police spokesperson Colonel Andrè Traut condemned the senseless acts of violence, stating that such incidents have no place in the community, especially when innocent members, including children, are caught in the crossfire. The community is urged to come forward with any information that could lead to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.
Some of the key facts about the incident include:
- Two men, aged 20 and 22, were killed in the shooting
- Five others, including three children, were injured
- The motive behind the shooting is still unknown
- The SAPS Anti-Gang Unit is investigating the case
The police have urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS mobile application anonymously.
