Two brothers were reportedly killed during an alleged house robbery in Schnetler Street, Trichardt, at about 02:30 this morning (November 5).

The Ridge Times received information about the incident, with unconfirmed reports indicating that three people were shot: a father and his two sons, aged 19 and 22.

According to a source, one of the sons died at the scene, while his brother succumbed to his injuries in hospital. The father is reportedly in a stable condition.

It is unclear whether anyone else was injured during the incident.

The Ridge Times has contacted Trichardt SAPS spokesperson Sergeant Valencia Mashaba and is awaiting an official response.

This is a developing story. Further information will be published as it becomes available.

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This story has been amended to reflect the correct ages of the two brothers. They were not twins.