By OBAKENG MAJE
1 June 2026– The police in Kanana Township, near Orkney are investigating cases of murder and attempted murder following a shooting incident that was reported on Saturday night, 30 May 2026, at a local tavern. This comes after the police responded to the shooting incident and upon arrival at the scene, found four people with gunshot wounds lying near the entrance and outside the tavern.
The North West police spokesperson, Sergeant Kelebogile Morake said the preliminary investigations revealed that three unidentified suspects, armed with rifles and wearing balaclavas, were responsible for the attack. Morake said during the incident, girl (15) sustained fatal gunshot wounds and collapsed near the entrance of the tavern.
“As the shooting continued, patrons scattered in various directions to escape. The other three deceased victims were identified as Lesotho nationals aged between 30 and 36. Another two Lesotho women aged 30 and 45 respectively, also sustained gunshot wounds and were admitted to hospital for medical treatment.
“The circumstances surrounding the incident remain under investigation, and no arrests have been made at this stage,” she said.
Meanwhile, the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, condemned the incident and urged communities to work closely with the police by providing any information that could assist with the investigation. Naidoo said anyone with information regarding the incident is requested to contact Col Alex Lebodi from the Provincial Anti-Gang Unit on 082 338 1076.
“Alternatively, members of the public may contact their nearest police station, call the Crime Stop number on 08600 10111, or share information anonymously via the MySAPS App on their smartphones,” he said.
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