DJ Shot Dead After Switching Off Music At Mpumalanga Tavern On Christmas Eve

A 33-year-old DJ was shot dead by a patron after switching off the music at a tavern in Mpumalanga on Christmas Eve. The shooter later turned the firearm on himself, resulting in his death.

Police were conducting a festive season operation in Masoyi, near White River, at about 11.30pm on Wednesday when they noticed a large group of people exiting a tavern in Mganduzweni Trust. Upon stopping to investigate, officers discovered that a shooting had occurred inside the premises, according to police spokesperson Brig Donald Mdhluli.

Argument Over Music Leads to DJ’s Fatal Tavern Shooting

Preliminary investigations indicate that the incident unfolded after the DJ stopped playing music and began packing away his equipment as the tavern prepared to close.

“The patrons are said to have insisted that he should continue playing the music because it was Christmas time,” Mdhluli said.

The DJ reportedly refused, explaining that it was time for the tavern to close. Despite attempting to calm the situation, tensions escalated. A 28-year-old man allegedly produced a firearm and shot the DJ before turning the weapon on himself.

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“Medical personnel were summoned to the scene and unfortunately certified both individuals dead,” Mdhluli said.
“A case of murder has been opened along with an inquest.”

Police Probe Gun Access at Licensed Liquor Premises

Police confirmed that the tavern was properly licensed. However, the firearm used in the shooting has not yet been recovered.

Acting Mpumalanga police commissioner Maj-Gen Zeph Mkhwanazi called for a thorough investigation into how a person carrying a firearm was allowed into a liquor establishment.

“The increase in shooting incidents within liquor premises is alarming and detrimental to our society. It is very crucial that tavern owners take their responsibility to ensure safety of their patrons and employees. Failure to comply with safety regulations carries legal consequences for the owners. A life has been lost here, and we cannot allow such tragic incident without consequences,” Mkhwanazi said.

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