Twelve killed in mass shooting in Johannesburg, police say
Summary
At least 12 people were killed and nine others injured in a mass shooting in an informal settlement in Johannesburg, South Africa. Police say more than 10 suspects arrived in a white vehicle, opened fire on residents, and then escaped; the motive is still unknown.Key Facts
- The shooting took place late Tuesday in Cleveland, an informal settlement in Johannesburg.
- Police report that over 10 suspects arrived in a white Toyota Quantum and attacked people at multiple spots.
- Eight men and three women died at the scene; another man died later in the hospital.
- Nine people with gunshot wounds were taken to medical facilities for treatment.
- Police are actively searching for the suspects involved in the shooting.
- The reason for the attack is not yet known and is under investigation.
- South Africa has a very high murder rate, with about 60 people killed every day on average.
- Police and emergency services responded around 23:10 local time after reports of shooting sounds.
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