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GQEBERHA <\/strong>– Police are investigating a case of double murder and multiple attempted murders following a mass shooting incident in Wells Estate on Sunday, 26 April.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to police spokesperson Captain Sandra Janse van Rensburg, the shooting occurred at approximately 16:25 in Masinga Street.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cUpon arrival at the scene, they (police) discovered the bodies of two men who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Both victims were declared deceased at the scene,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Van Rensburg also confirmed that additional victims were injured during the incident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cFurther information obtained from community members indicated that an additional six victims were also shot during the incident. These victims were transported to nearby medical facilities by ambulance services and private vehicles for treatment.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The identities of the deceased have not yet been released, as they still need to be formally identified and their next of kin informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At this stage, the motive for the shooting remains unknown and no arrests have been made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact Warrant Officer Morne Alberts on 082 697 5845, or Crime Stop on 08600 10111. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Information can also be submitted anonymously via the MySAPS App. All information will be treated with strict confidentiality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ALSO READ:<\/strong> Manhunt launched after four killed in Walmer shooting<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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