On the evening of Tuesday,15 August, around 9:30pm, authorities responded to a double murder report at Ext3, Orange Farms. The victims, seated inside a minibus taxi, were targeted by an unidentified assailant who opened fire on them.
Regrettably, the victims lost their lives at the scene, with the motive behind the attack remaining unclear. Law enforcement has initiated a double murder investigation to shed light on this disturbing incident.
In an unrelated event on 21 August, the police began investigating a case of murder and attempted murder. According to reports, an unidentified group of assailants shot at a family in Ext3, Orange Farms. Tragically, a woman lost her life due to gunshot wounds. She was identified as the wife of a male victim, who was rushed to a medical facility for urgent treatment.
As of now, the motive for this shooting spree is yet to be determined. The police are dedicated to uncovering the truth behind these distressing incidents and bringing those responsible to justice.
Authorities urge anyone possessing information pertinent to the investigations to reach out to SAPS Orange Farms at 011 213 8023/26 or contact the Crime Stop Line at 08600 10111. Those who wish to provide anonymous tips can also do so via the MySapsApp platform.
