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Police are investigating four counts of murder following a deadly shooting at a house in Toekomsrus on Friday, June 19.
According to Gauteng SAPS spokesperson Colonel Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi, five coloured men driving a silver-grey Kia Picanto entered the victims’ home and opened fire before fleeing the scene without taking anything.
A forensic official at the scene of the house. Photo: Maverick Gqoba
All four victims, aged between 21 and 39, were declared dead at the scene.
The motive for the shooting remains unknown and forms part of an ongoing police investigation.
A mortuary gurney being prepared for the deceased. Photo: Maverick Gqoba
No arrests had been made at the time of publication.
The incident has left the community shaken as police continue their investigations.
A forensic official prepares for the transportation of the bodies. Photo: Maverick Gqoba
Authorities have appealed to anyone with information that could assist the investigation to contact the Crime Stop Line on 08600 10111.
Community members gather in a prayer circle after the gruesome incident. Photo: Maverick Gqoba
Patriotic Alliance Councillor, Bruce Nimmerhoudt is also on the scene.
The Deputy Executive Mayor of the Rand West City Local Municipality, Nontombi Molatlhegi, came to pay her respects to the families. Photo: Maverick Gqoba
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