Police have yet to confirm the details but it is believed that two off-duty officers are among the deceased
Police have yet to confirm the details, but it is believed that two off-duty officers are among the deceased.
Police and IPSS MEdical Rescue at the scene of a tavern shooting in Sundumbili. Picture: IPSS Medical RescueThe shooting occurred at around 11pm on 3 February at a drinking establishment in the Sundumbili area just northwest of Mandeni.Police have yet to confirm the details of the incident, but IPSS Medical Rescue did attend to the scene.
The first responders state that at least eight people were shot, including two off-duty police officers.Three victims were declared dead on the scene, while five others were taken to a nearby clinic for treatment. One off-duty officer was among those killed at the tavern, while the second succumbed to his injuries at the clinic.
“The remaining 4 victims, sustaining injuries ranging from moderate to critical, were stabilised on scene by IPSS Medical Rescue Advanced Life Support and clinic staff. They were all transported to a more suitable facility for further care,” stated IPPS.This is a developing story. Hot refresh for the latest update.Download our app and read this and other great stories on the move. Available for Android and iOS.
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