Six Community Policing Members Gunned Down In Another Eastern Cape Mass Shooting

On Sunday night in Godini, Qumbu, six individuals were gunned down, while four others sustained injuries during the violent attack. Eastern Cape police have confirmed this devastating incident.

According to police spokesperson Warrant Officer Majola Nkohli, “six victims were fatally shot, while four were injured and taken to hospital for treatment.” The chilling details of the shooting have left the community in shock.

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Investigation Underway

The motives behind this heinous act remain unclear at this stage. It is believed that the victims were actively involved with the Community Policing Forum (CPF), a group working to reduce crime in the area.

A source within the police stated that the investigation is looking into the possibility that these murders were linked to the victims’ community patrolling efforts, particularly against the backdrop of rising incidents of stock theft in Qumbu.

Community Response and Demand for Action

Ludumo Salman, secretary of the Eastern Cape CPF, has condemned the killings and called for a comprehensive investigation.

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He voiced concerns over the prevalence of illegal firearms in society, stating, “While we are trying to get as much information on the incident, we are calling on police to assist us in making sure people with illegal guns are arrested.

There are so many guns in the wrong hands in our society.” This alarming occurrence serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing struggle against gun violence and the need for community solidarity.