Five People Shot In Saulsville Informal Settlement

Five people were shot on Wednesday afternoon outside a tuckshop in the Jeffsville informal settlement, located in Saulsville, west of Pretoria.

Police have confirmed that officers were en route to the scene following reports of the shooting. The incident occurred near the Mdlalose community office, where the tuckshop is situated.

Video Circulates Of Shot Victims Leaves Community Shocked

A video circulating on local neighbourhood social media groups shows two of the victims lying on the ground outside the tuckshop, several metres apart, as bystanders look on. The condition of the other victims has not yet been confirmed.

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Authorities have not released details regarding the suspects, motive, or whether any arrests have been made.

Area Still Reeling From Deadly December Attack

The latest shooting comes just weeks after a mass shooting in December at a Saulsville hostel, where 12 people were killed after three men allegedly opened fire at an illegal tavern.

Among those killed in the December attack were three children, aged three, 12 and 16. The youngest victim was reportedly the child of the tavern owner.

Police investigations into Wednesday’s shooting are ongoing, and further details are expected once officers complete their assessment at the scene.

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