Mitchell’s Plain police are probing the circumstances surrounding a shooting incident that occurred in Beacon Valley on Thursday evening, whereby a 13-year-old boy was shot and killed and three others, aged between 14 and 18, were wounded.
‘’The circumstances surrounding a shooting
incident last night (Thursday) at about 20:50 on the corner of Cadillac and
Riley Streets Beacon Valley, Mitchell's Plain, are under investigation by
Mitchell's Plain SAPS.’’ said
Colonel Andrè Traut
According to reports, the occupants of a white
vehicle opened fire at the victims. The motive for the shooting is unknown at
this stage, and the suspects are yet to be arrested.’’ Traut added.
In a separate incident, police was called to a
scene on the corner of Cadillac and Austin Street, Beacon Valley.
The body of an 18-year-old male was found with
gunshot wounds to his neck.
‘’The victim was declared dead on the scene by
medical personnel. Cases of murder and attempted murder were opened for
investigation.’’
Anyone with any information about these
incidents is kindly requested to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.
Done By: Mitchum George
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