The South African Police Service (SAPS) has activated a 72-hour tracking operation following the fatal shooting of 11 people at KwaMakhutha, south of Durban.
Acting National Commissioner Lieutenant General Puleng Puleng Dimpane has directed the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner to mobilise the operation to track down and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
According to SAPS, three other people were injured when armed suspects allegedly entered a house in the Ziko area on Tuesday night, 22 September, and opened fire on people gathered inside.
Lieutenant General Dimpane expressed concern over the loss of life and conveyed her condolences to the families of those killed, while wishing the injured a speedy recovery.
“There is no place in our communities for the senseless taking of human lives. Police must act decisively, mobilise all available resources and pursue those responsible until they are brought before the courts,” said Dimpane.
She said investigators were following a “promising lead” which could assist in making a breakthrough in the case.
The motive for the shooting has not yet been established and investigations are continuing.
SAPS is appealing to members of the community who may have information that could assist investigators in identifying and locating the suspects to come forward.
Information can be provided to the investigating team or anonymously through Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Anonymous tip-offs can also be submitted through the MySAPS App.
