At least 11 people have been killed and three others injured following a shooting at a house in the Ziko area of KwaMakhutha, south of Durban.
The incident occurred shortly before 11pm when a group of armed men reportedly entered the property and opened fire on people who had gathered inside the house.
According to information available at the scene, 14 people were shot during the attack. Among the victims was reportedly a pregnant woman.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and police have not yet established what may have led to the attack. Investigators are expected to examine the scene and gather evidence that could assist in identifying the suspects and determining their motive.
KwaMakhutha South African Police Service (SAPS) members and the eThekwini District Tracing Team are currently at the scene as investigations continue.
The seriousness of the incident is expected to result in the case being escalated to a provincial investigative unit. Authorities are also expected to prioritise efforts to trace and arrest those responsible for the attack.
The identities of the deceased have not yet been officially released. Their families are expected to be notified before any names are made public.
The attack has once again raised concerns about violent crime and gun violence in communities around Durban. However, police have yet to provide details on whether the victims were specifically targeted or whether the shooting was linked to any ongoing dispute or criminal activity.
Residents in the area are being urged to assist investigators with any information that could help establish what happened and identify the suspects. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact the police.
The investigation remains ongoing, and further details are expected as authorities continue processing the crime scene and speaking to witnesses.
Police are expected to provide additional information once more facts have been established. Until then, details surrounding the motive, identities of the suspects and the exact circumstances leading up to the shooting remain subject to investigation.
This is a developing story, and the number of confirmed fatalities, the identities of the victims and other details may be updated as authorities release further information.
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