Monday, February 06, 2023

Teen killed, and five year old severely injured in a drive-by shooting in Manenberg

A 17-year-old was killed and a five-year-old severely injured on Saturday morning in a drive-by shooting in Manenberg.

The suspects allegedly fired gunshots down Thames Avenue before fleeing the scene.

Police say the teen died of his injuries before he could receive medical care, while the five-year-old was shot in the head and is currently in critical condition.

Western Cape Provincial Minister of Community Safety and Police Oversight Minister Reagen Ivan Allen said that a manhunt for the suspects is underway.

“No arrests have yet been made. Anyone with information on this deadly act of terror is urged to contact Manenberg police 021 699 9400 or Crime Stop 08 600 10 111”.


by Everngelista Muza

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