Western Cape police are investigating two counts of murder and seven counts of attempted murder following a shooting incident in Wesbank during the early hours of Sunday, 12 July 2026.
In a statement, the South African Police Service (SAPS) said officers responded to a complaint at approximately 4:40 am in Godetia Street, where they found the bodies of a 22-year-old man and a 21-year-old woman who had sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
“Six adults and an infant were injured in the shooting and were admitted to hospital for medical treatment. The infant was subsequently transferred to Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. The injured victims are reported to be in a stable condition.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that a group of people were gathered outside a residence when unknown suspects opened fire on them. Evidence recovered at the scene suggests that more than one assailant may have been involved in the attack,” said the SAPS.
The motive for the shooting is yet to be established and forms part of the ongoing investigation.
“The possibility that the incident may be gang-related is being investigated. In the wake of the incident, policing in the area has been reinforced to prevent further violence and any possible retaliatory attacks. No arrests have been made, and the suspects are yet to be identified,” said the police.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is kindly requested to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit information anonymously via the MySAPS mobile application. -SAnews.gov.za
