STEENBERG – Five people were killed and three others wounded in a mass shooting in Steenberg on the evening of Saturday 24 October at around 20:00.
The police’s Anti-Gang Unit has launched a manhunt for the gunmen after the shooting.
Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit detectives are investigating five counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder following the shooting at a residence in Blode Street.
According to preliminary police reports, the victims were drinking at the residence when unidentified gunmen entered the property and opened fire indiscriminately.
Four men and a woman, aged between 21 and 33, died at the scene.
Three other victims, a man and two women, sustained gunshot wounds and were rushed to a medical facility for treatment.
Police believe the shooting may be linked to gang violence in the area.
No arrests have been made, and Anti-Gang Unit detectives are working to track down those responsible for the deadly attack.
Police remain on high alert in Steenberg as investigations continue.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact the police.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.
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