South Africa: 10 Killed in Johannesburg Shooting, Investigation Under Way

10 Killed in Deadly Shooting in South Africa’s Johannesburg, Police Launch Manhunt

South Africa: 10 Killed in Johannesburg Shooting, Investigation Under Way

Johannesburg: At least 10 people were killed in a deadly shooting incident in South Africa’s largest city, Johannesburg, authorities confirmed on Tuesday. The shooting took place in a busy area of the city, triggering panic among residents and prompting a large-scale police response.

According to preliminary information released by law enforcement officials, multiple gunshots were fired at a group of people, resulting in several fatalities at the scene. Emergency services rushed the injured to nearby hospitals, while some victims were declared dead on arrival.

Police said the motive behind the shooting remains unclear and an investigation has been launched. “We are treating this as a serious and violent crime. Our teams are working to establish the circumstances and identify those responsible,” a senior police official said.

The area was cordoned off for several hours as forensic teams collected evidence and interviewed witnesses. Officers were also deployed across surrounding neighbourhoods as part of a manhunt for the suspects involved.

South Africa has one of the highest violent crime rates in the world, with gun-related incidents frequently making headlines. However, incidents involving such a high number of casualties continue to raise alarm and renew public concern over safety and gun control.

Residents in the area described scenes of chaos following the shooting, with people running for cover and shops shutting down abruptly. “We heard multiple gunshots and everyone started screaming and running,” a local resident told reporters.

Government officials expressed condolences to the families of the victims and assured the public that authorities would take firm action. “We condemn this senseless act of violence and will ensure those responsible are brought to justice,” an official statement said.

In recent months, Johannesburg and other major cities have witnessed an increase in violent crimes, prompting calls for stricter law enforcement and enhanced community policing. Civil society groups have also urged the government to address the root causes of violence, including illegal firearms and organized crime.

Police have appealed to the public for information that could assist in the investigation. Anyone with relevant details has been urged to contact law enforcement or report anonymously.

Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses and authorities work to establish whether the attack was targeted or random.

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