Three young people, among whom a 16-year-old boy, were killed in a volent shooting incident in Samora Machel in Philippi in Cape Town yesterday (Saturday).
“Serious and Violent Crime Unit detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred at about 11:55 in Oliver Tambo Drive. The victims were seated in a Suzuki Ertiga when they were approached by unknown suspects who opened fire before fleeing the scene,” says Col Andrè Traut, provincial police spokesperson.
Three victims aged between 16 and 21 years were declared deceased at the scene, while a 19-year-old victim was taken to a medical facility for treatment, Traut says.
The motive for the attack is still unknown. “The police strongly condemns the violent shooting incident that claimed the lives of the young people,” he says.
The Samora Machel police has registered three charges of murder and one of attempted murder.
“Police deployments in the area have been reinforced, with increased visibility and patrols to stabilise the community and maintain law and order. The police remains committed to bring those responsible to justice and urges anyone with information to contact Crime Stop anonymously on 08600 10111 or use the mobile application MySAPS,” Traut urges.
