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Boy, 9, Among 3 Killed in Rocklands Shooting as Anti-Gang Unit Leads Manhunt

Detectives are pursuing leads and requesting anonymous tips from the public.

Overview

  • The attack unfolded around 9 p.m. on December 2 at a Viscount Street property in Rocklands, Mitchell’s Plain.
  • Victims were identified by relatives as Zechariah Matthee, 9, Cleo Bailey, 19, and Mougsheen Daniels, 26, with two men aged 51 and 36 wounded.
  • Police say four unidentified gunmen opened fire at the premises, entered the house and a wendy house, and then fled in a vehicle.
  • Western Cape police condemned the killings, assigned the Anti-Gang Unit to the case, and reported several promising leads in the investigation.
  • Local leaders and residents say the house has been targeted before and are urging action on the property, while police ask for tips via Crime Stop 08600 10111 or the MySAPS app.