The Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu, has strongly condemned the senseless and brutal killing of eight people - six men and two women - in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal on Friday evening.
It is reported that the victims were indoors when an unknown number of suspects entered and opened fire, killing them at the scene.
“The attack which claimed the lives of innocent individuals is a horrific act of violence that has no place in our society. We condemn this heinous crime in the strongest possible terms. Such calculated and cold-blooded violence tears at the fabric of our communities.
“A dedicated team of investigators has been assigned to pursue every lead, gather critical evidence, and bring those behind this atrocity to book. We will not rest until those responsible face the consequences of their actions,” the Minister said on Saturday.
Police in KwaZulu-Natal have launched a manhunt for an unknown number of suspects.
“We call on members of the community to stand together with law enforcement during this time. If you have any information—no matter how small—that may assist in identifying or locating the perpetrators, we urge you to come forward,” the Minister said.
Members of the public can contact their nearest police station or call the Crime Stop number anonymously at 08600 10111. - SAnews.gov.za
