Gunman opens fire through house sliding door, girl (15) killed, Uitenhage

South African Police Service

Gunman opens fire through house sliding door, girl (15) killed, Uitenhage
Gunman opens fire through house sliding door, girl (15) killed, Uitenhage

SAPS Uitenhage Station Commander, Brigadier Andre Swart has activated the immediate implementation of the 72-hour activation plan following the murder and attempted murder of two (2) people at Vanes Estate, Uitenhage on the night of 10 November 2022.

It is alleged that at approximately 21:55, shots were fired through a sliding door at a residence in Reid Street, Vanes Estate, Uitenhage. Keisha Goliath (15) and a 36-year-old woman sustained injuries.

Both victims were rushed to hospital however the 15-year-old teenager succumbed to her injuries.

The suspects and motive for the shooting are unknown at this stage and the investigation is ongoing.

A case of murder and attempted murder is under investigation.

Police are urging anyone who can assist in the investigation, to contact Detective Constable Shawn Mbonda on 082 302 5810 / 078 943 7655 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station.

All information is confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.

SAPS Newsroom

SOURCESouth African Police Service