Shack ‘stormed’, 8 killed in Umlazi mass murder

At least eight people have been killed in a shooting at Zama informal settlement at U Section, Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal.

Police were called to the scene on Friday evening and discovered the lifeless bodies of six men and two women, aged 22 to 40 years old.

They were found lying in a pool of blood with multiple gunshot wounds.

“It is reported that the victims were inside the dwelling when an unknown number of suspects entered and opened fire, killing them on the scene,” police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said.

Investigations into the possible motive for the killings are underway and police have launched a manhunt for the suspects.

Got information? Here’s who to call

Police are appealing to anyone who might have information which can assist in the investigation to contact their nearest police station or call the crime stop number, 08600 10111.

This is a developing story

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