Africa-Press – South-Africa. Eastern Cape police launched an investigation after three men were shot and killed at a tavern in the Mqhekezweni Administrative area in Bityi on Thursday night.
In addition, three cases of attempted murder were opened after three others sustained gunshot injuries.
Police spokesperson Colonel Priscilla Naidu said three unknown assailants attacked the men, who were seated on the veranda of the establishment around 19:00. The men were aged 26, 31 and 41.
The 26-year-old was shot several times, while other patrons were ordered to get down on the floor. The attackers then went inside, and shot and killed the other two men.
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“Three other people, aged between 23 and 29 years old, also sustained gunshot wounds and were taken to hospital for treatment. At this stage, the motive for the shootings is unknown. The suspects are also unknown,” said Naidu.
The provincial police commissioner, Lieutenant-General Nomthetheleli Mene, condemned the incident and called on residents to share information with police.
“Criminals thrive in communities where their actions are tolerated. Therefore, together, let us stamp out crime wherever it resides. We dare not allow criminals and crime to inflict fear in our communities,” said Mene.
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