…By Roland Peterson for TDPel Media.
A shooting incident at the Glebelands Hostel in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, has resulted in the opening of a docket containing seven counts of murder and two attempted murders by the local police.
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Early Morning Tragedy
The incident took place in the early hours of Saturday morning, 3 June, leaving seven lives lost and several others injured.
Details of the Incident
According to Brigadier Jay Naicker, spokesperson for the South African Police Service (SAPS) in KwaZulu-Natal, nine men between the ages of 20 and 40 were consuming alcohol in a room at Block 57 of the Glebelands Hostel when unidentified gunmen suddenly opened fire.
After the shooting, the gunmen quickly fled the scene.
Fatalities and Injuries
Tragically, seven of the victims lost their lives at the scene, while two others sustained serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital for medical treatment.
Motive Unknown, Investigation Underway
Brigadier Naicker stated that the motive behind the shooting remains unknown at this stage.
In response, the Provincial Task Team has assigned detectives to investigate the incident and gather more information.
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Appeal for Information
The police are urging anyone with information that may assist in the investigation to come forward.
Individuals can contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or utilize the MYSAPS APP to provide any relevant details.
Conclusion:
The tragic shooting incident at the Glebelands Hostel in Umlazi has resulted in seven fatalities and two individuals being critically injured.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, prompting a thorough investigation by the police.
Authorities are urging the public to provide any information that could aid in resolving this devastating incident.
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