KwaZulu-Natal Tavern Shooting
By Natalie Naidoo
A violent shooting at a tavern in Sundumbili, KwaZulu-Natal, has left four people dead, including two off-duty police officers, while four others were injured. The incident, which took place earlier this week, has prompted a police investigation and a manhunt for multiple suspects.
KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, confirmed that the shooting followed an altercation between a group of men and the off-duty officers, escalating into a deadly confrontation.
Details of the Shooting Incident
✔ The incident unfolded at a tavern located on Ikhwezi Road, Bhidla Section, in Sundumbili.
✔ An argument allegedly broke out inside the tavern between one of the off-duty police officers and a group of five men.
✔ Initially, the dispute was resolved, and all parties left the tavern peacefully.
✔ However, outside the venue, the confrontation reignited, resulting in gunfire.
✔ One police officer was shot first and attempted to flee back into the tavern.
✔ The assailants followed him inside and continued firing indiscriminately.
✔ Three people, including one of the officers, were pronounced dead at the scene.
✔ The second officer was critically wounded and succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital.
✔ Four more individuals suffered injuries and were rushed to a local medical facility for treatment.
Tavern Closure and Police Investigation
✔ Upon investigating the scene, authorities discovered that the tavern was operating illegally, leading to its immediate closure.
✔ Police have since confiscated all alcohol stock and shut down operations permanently.
✔ Colonel Netshiunda confirmed that a murder case has been opened, along with additional charges of attempted murder for the wounded victims.
✔ The motive for the shooting remains unknown, but authorities are exploring various possibilities, including a targeted attack or gang-related violence.
✔ A police task team has been assembled to hunt down the suspects involved.
Manhunt Underway for Five Suspects
✔ Police are actively searching for at least five suspects believed to have been involved in the deadly attack.
✔ Authorities have urged the public to come forward with any information that could lead to the arrest of the perpetrators.
✔ Colonel Netshiunda stated that law enforcement officers will leave no stone unturned in their efforts to track down the killers and bring them to justice.
✔ He also called for community cooperation, emphasizing that witnesses should report any suspicious activity.
✔ Law enforcement agencies are offering a reward for information leading to arrests.
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