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Three People Killed in Shack Shooting in Gugulethu, Police Say Attack May Be Targeted

Investigators are appealing for public tips to help establish a motive as they seek suspects

Overview

  • Three armed men arrived at a shack in the Kanana informal settlement, waited for the owner to return and opened fire, killing two women and a young man, police said.
  • Authorities have not made any arrests and describe the motive as undetermined while saying preliminary information points to a possible targeted attack.
  • Police urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit tips anonymously via the MySAPS mobile app.
  • Separately, provincial police in Limpopo reported an alleged murder‑suicide by a Gauteng sergeant who killed two relatives, wounded his wife and daughter, and then died by his own gunshot.
  • Investigators are focused on identifying the suspects and motive in the Gugulethu case, and the police appeals aim to prompt local witnesses to come forward and help protect the community.