Acting Gauteng Premier, Jacob Mamabolo, has condemned the escalation in mass shootings that have occurred in the province.
This after a mass shooting at a tavern in Bekkersdal claimed the lives of at least nine people and left 10 injured.
Earlier this month, another mass shooting in Saulsville, Tshwane, left at least 11 people dead and 14 others injured.
At least three other incidents – in Reiger Park, Westbury and Olievenhoutbosch – have been reported this year.
“We will intensify operations to shut down illegal taverns, remove illegal firearms from our streets and disrupt the networks that enable such violence.
“We call upon our communities to share any information regarding this shooting or any other criminal activity with the police. We will not allow criminals to terrorise our communities and turn them into scenes of carnage,” Mamabolo said.
He conveyed condolences to the affected families.
“Our hearts are heavy, and we convey our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the deceased. We also wish a full and speedy recovery to those who are injured,” Mamabolo said. – SAnews.gov.za
