Police have opened an investigation following the discovery of three bodies—one male and two females, aged between 29 and 32—at Mike Place in Xakabantu, Muizenberg. The grim discovery was made late last night at approximately 23:30.
A fourth victim, a male, survived the attack after sustaining a gunshot wound and managed to escape. The suspects fled the scene and remain at large. Authorities have yet to determine the motive behind the shooting, but detectives are pursuing all available leads to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
In response to the violent crime, local law enforcement has intensified policing in the area to prevent further violence.
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has urged anyone with information that could aid the investigation to contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or submit tips anonymously via the MySAPS mobile application.
No further details have been released at this time, but updates will follow as the investigation progresses.
