Eight people were shot and killed in Umlazi, near Durban, during a mass shooting at a tavern in the Zama informal settlement, U-section, on Friday night. The victims, six men and two women aged between 22 and 40, were found lying in a pool of blood with multiple gunshot wounds[1][2][3]. The incident occurred when an unknown number of armed men entered the establishment and opened fire, killing the victims on the scene[1][4][5][6].
Paramedics and police arrived to find the area cordoned off and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting[2]. As of today, authorities report that one suspect, a 28-year-old man, has been arrested in connection with the murders. The case has drawn national attention and condemnation, with local leaders and police urging continued vigilance and community cooperation to restore safety[1].
The motive for the attack remains unknown, and police investigations are ongoing[3][5][6]. Law enforcement agencies have intensified their efforts to track down any additional suspects and are appealing to the public to provide information that may assist in apprehending those responsible[1]. The government has also committed to supporting the victims’ families and enhancing crime prevention strategies in the area[1].
References
- [1] Suspect arrested after 8 killed in Umlazi shooting – LNN – The Citizen
- [2] Eight killed in Umlazi mass shooting – EWN
- [3] Eight people shot dead in Umlazi – eNCA
- [4] Manhunt underway after mass shooting kills 8 in South Africa – UPI
- [5] Police hunt gunmen after 8 killed in South African bar | International
- [6] 8 people shot dead in a bar found “lying in a pool of blood,” South …
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