Police are investigating five counts of murder following the discovery of five men’s bodies with gunshot wounds in a shack at the Chris Hani informal settlement in New Brighton.
The incident reportedly occurred around 21:30 on the evening of 22 October, when New Brighton police responded to a shooting complaint. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found five men, all with multiple gunshot wounds. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are currently under investigation.
The identities of the deceased are being withheld until a formal identification process is completed.
Police are urging anyone with information that could assist in identifying the suspects to contact Detective Captain Sithole at 082 457 2812, Crime Stop at 08600 10111, or their nearest police station. All information will be treated confidentially, and callers may remain anonymous.
