Triple murder investigation underway in Dunoon

Detectives from the Western Cape Serious Violent Crimes Unit have launched an extensive investigation into a devastating incident that transpired early Monday at the Ekuphumleni informal settlement in Du Noon, Milnerton, where two men and a woman were fatally shot.

The attack took place in front of a shack, on Monday, February 23, during the early hours of the morning.

"Reports from the scene indicate that the deceased persons were shot in front of a shack by yet-to-be identified gunmen who later fled the scene. The motive for the incident is the subject of a police investigation," said police spokesperson, Brigadier Novela Potelwa.

In another tragic shooting incident in the area on Saturday, February 21, police responded to a report of gunfire at approximately just after 10.30pm along Freedom Way in Joe Slovo, Milnerton.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a silver Toyota Avanza riddled with multiple bullet holes. Inside the vehicle lay the bodies of two adult females, who were pronounced dead at the scene, alongside the lifeless body of a 36-year-old male found a few metres away.

Police spokesperson, Colonel Andre Traut said family members identified the male victim as having previously been involved in the taxi industry, with one of the female victims reportedly being his girlfriend. 

'The motive for the attack is unknown at this stage and the suspects are yet to be apprehended," said Traut. 

"The case has been assigned to the Provincial Serious and Violent Crime Detectives for further investigation.

"SAPS appeals to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or who may have information that could assist the investigation to please come forward. Information can be reported anonymously via Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or through the MySAPS mobile application.

 "All information received will be treated with the strictest confidentiality."

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