A 29-year-old man was shot dead and two others are fighting for their lives in hospital after a shooting at about 13:50 on the corner of Mars and Park roads following prayers in Wynberg on Friday.
Muslim Judicial Council (MJC) deputy president Sheikh Riad Fataar said there were allegations that the shooting was gang related.
“While the community might be up in arms, the Muslim Judicial Council calls for calm, and leaves it to the police to do their job and their investigations,” Sheikh Riad Fataar added.
In video footage doing the rounds on social media, two men are seen having sustained gunshot wounds in a silver car on the corner of Batts and Mars roads. It is alleged that a third person, depicted lying on the side of the road with a gunshot to the hip, is a gangster.
Wynberg Police are investigating cases of murder and attempted murder. Police spokesperson, Captain FC Van Wyk confirmed that one person had died while two others were wounded, according to report.
“Be advised that Wynberg police are investigating cases of murder and attempted murder after a shooting incident this afternoon at about 1.50pm at the corners of Mars and Park roads, Wynberg, where a 29-year-old man was shot and fatally wounded and two other males injured.
“The injured victims were taken to a nearby medical facility for medical treatment. “
“The unknown suspect/s fled the scene and are yet to be arrested.
“The motive for the attack is unknown.
“Anyone that can shed light on the incident is urged to call Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or alternatively share the information via the MYSAPSAPP.”
