Mpumalanga police have launched a manhunt for three assailants who shot seven people on Sunday early at a tavern in Dundonald outside Mayflower.
According to authorities, three suspects reportedly entered a tavern at 4 a.m. on Sunday and pointed firearms at customers.
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Brigadier Selvy Mohlala of the Mpumalanga Police Department claimed the assailants then began plundering the tavern’s patrons.
“They tried to access cash from the bartender but failed. They robbed the DJ (disc jockey) of his equipment. Before they left the scene, they shot randomly whereby seven people were shot at,” said Mohlala.
“Two died at the scene, while the third victim passed on at the local clinic. Four (patrons) were taken to hospital and two were immediately discharged.”
Murder, attempted murder, and business robbery charges have been filed, and police investigations into the crime are ongoing.
“Police therefore urge anyone with information on the whereabouts of the suspects to call the Crime Stop number at 086-001-0111, or send information via the My SAPS App. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous,” said Mohlala.
Meanwhile, Vusi Shongwe, Mpumalanga’s MEC for Community Safety, Security, and Liaison, has urged police to step up their investigations and find the killers.
“We want the police to pull all the stops and swiftly bring the suspects to book. These cowards must, upon conviction, be accorded lengthy jail terms. Communities should also assist the police with any information that will help the police to apprehend these rogue elements,” said Shongwe.
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The MEC has also called for “responsible liquor trading,” stating that all bars must open and close at the times specified in their licences.
Shongwe expressed “heartfelt condolences” to the relatives of the deceased and wished the injured a swift recovery.
