GQEBERHA – The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Eastern Cape has launched an extensive manhunt following the fatal mass shooting of four young people in KwaZakhele on Monday evening, 2 March.
According to SAPS spokesperson Brigadier Nobuntu Gantana, at approximately 21:15 on Monday, 02 March 2026, members of the SAPS KwaZakhele responded to a complaint in Tonjeni Street.
“Upon arrival, they were met by private security officers who led them to an outside room at the back of the premises, where the bodies of four victims were discovered.”
Gantana added that the deceased have been identified as three males, aged between 18 and 22, and a 24-year-old female. “All four sustained multiple gunshot wounds,” she said.
The motive for the attack is currently unknown, and Gantana stated that no arrests have been made at this stage.
“The Provincial Serious and Violent Crime Unit in Gqeberha has taken over the investigation and is appealing to the public for assistance,” she said.
Anyone with information that can assist in identifying the suspect(s) or establishing a motive is urged to contact D/Lt Col Mondi Sitole on 082 457 2812, visit the KwaZakhele SAPS, or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
“Tip-offs can be submitted anonymously,” she concluded.
