South Africa police launch manhunt after 17 killed in tavern shooting
- On Saturday night, gunmen killed at least 17 people and injured 15 others at a tavern in Wedela, a township in South Africa's Gauteng province southwest of Johannesburg.
- The suspects, reportedly armed with AK-47s and handguns, opened fire at roughly 9:30 p.m. Gauteng police spokesperson Captain Tintswalo Sibeko stated the gunmen "entered the tavern and continued shooting at patrons inside."
- Police confirmed on Sunday morning that 13 males and four females were killed in the attack. The South African Police Service are searching for eight suspects in connection with the mass shooting near Carletonville.
- Detectives and specialized units have been dispatched to trace the suspects, though authorities have not yet established a motive for the attack. Police continue their active investigation across the region.
- Following the mass shooting in Wedela, the South African Police Service remains mobilized to locate the perpetrators. The incident represents a significant security concern for townships southwest of Johannesburg.
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South Africa Mass Shootings: 27 Killed, Over 26 Injured in Two Separate Attacks
South Africa has been hit by two deadly mass shootings, leaving at least 27 people dead and 26 others injured, police said.The deadliest attack took place at a tavern in Wedela township, southwest of Johannesburg, where 17 people were killed after gunmen opened fire on customers.Police said the victims included 13 men and four women. The attackers, reportedly armed with AK-47 rifles and pistol
Armed perpetrators are said to have shot several people in townships near Johannesburg and Cape Town at night, and the police are mobilizing special teams for the search.
(Updated) At least 27 people have been killed and more than 20 injured in two shootings in two South African suburbs, according to police. In the first incident late on Saturday, at least 17 people were killed and 15 injured in a shooting at a tavern in Wedela, southwest of Johannesburg. Police said they were searching for eight suspects, who were "reportedly armed with AK-47 rifles and pistols." The motive for the shootings remained unknown and…
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