South Africa mass shooting: Manhunt underway as 17 people killed in two attacks at Lusikisiki in Eastern Cape province (Photo: Reuters)
September 28, 2024 | 10:50 AM ET |
South Africa Police on Saturday said 17 people, including 15 women, were killed in two mass shooting incidents at remote Lusikisiki city of Eastern Cape province, adding that a manhunt has been launched to find the perpetrators.
The Eastern Cape police said 12 women and one man were killed in one location, while three women and one man were killed at the second location in the mass shooting incident. The 18th victim was in critical condition in hospital, the Community Safety, Eastern Cape said.
The mass shootings took place Friday night in the remote town of Lusikisiki in Eastern Cape province in southeastern South Africa.
The police said they are investigating the matter, without giving any details regarding the possible motive behind the crime.
