Gqeberha police are seeking the assistance of the public in solving a shooting incident after two people were fatally shot and two were wounded when three armed men allegedly opened fire at a house in NU12, Motherwell, yesterday evening, October 9.
Police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Siphokazi Mawisa, said according to the report, it is alleged that at approximately 21:00, the victims were in a house on Dyakalashe Street, NU 12 Motherwell, watching television when three unknown armed men stormed into the house through the kitchen door.
She said it is alleged that the balaclava-clad suspects opened fire on the four victims.
“One victim, a female, died on the scene, and the second victim died on arrival at the hospital. The other two victims, a male and a female, were admitted to the hospital for medical attention,” Mawisa reported.
“The motive for the incident is unknown at this stage, and the identity of the deceased persons is withheld until a formal identification process is concluded,” she added.
Police are appealing to anyone who can assist with information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects to contact Detective Sergeant John Leppan at 082 457 4927 or SAPS Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or the nearest police station.
“All information is confidential, and callers may remain anonymous.”
