By REGINALD KANYANE
31 December 2025 – The police are searching for suspects following a shooting incident in which three people were shot along the Nyongane Main Road in Hazyview on 30 December 2025, at approximately 5:30pm. Upon responding to the complaint, police found two men with gunshot wounds who were certified deceased at the scene.
Mpumalanga police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Jabu Ndubane said a woman allegedly sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition. Ndubane said a baby (2), who was also in the vehicle was unharmed.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the four victims were travelling along the Nyongane Main Road towards Nyongane when they were ambushed by an unknown number of suspects who were hiding in nearby bushes.
“The suspects allegedly opened fire on the vehicle. The driver managed to continue driving for approximately 200 metres before colliding with another vehicle from behind and coming to a stop,” he said.
Ndubane further said the suspects, who were on foot, then approached the vehicle and shot the occupants at close range, killing the driver and his passenger instantly. He added that the injured woman is believed to be the driver’s wife.
“A 72-hour activation plan has been implemented, and all relevant role players attended the scene. Police are appealing to members of the public for any information that may assist in the arrest of the suspects.
“Anyone with information is urged to contact Captain Eddie Rapagadi on 082 449 0231, the Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or submit information via the MySAPS App,” said Ndubane.
He said all information will be treated as confidential, and callers may remain anonymous.
Meanwhile, the acting Mpumalanga Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Zeph Mkhwanazi, has condemned the incident and confirmed the activation of the 72-hour plan to apprehend those responsible.
“We cannot live in a society where people open fire and kill others in broad daylight, while also endangering the life of an innocent minor,” said Mkhwanazi.
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