Three dead in Bethelsdorp shooting

Three bodies with multiple bullet wounds have been found at the front door of a house in Bethelsdorp, Eastern Cape.

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Cape Town – Three bodies with multiple bullet wounds have been found at the front door of a house in Bethelsdorp, Eastern Cape, police said on Friday.

“Bethelsdorp SAPS have opened three cases of murder after the bodies of three males - aged between 18, 20, and 22-years-old - were found in a house in Potgieter’s Grounds, Kleinskool,” said Colonel Priscilla Naidu.

“The three bodies were discovered after police received information about a shooting incident which took place in Bethelsdorp,” she said.

According to neighbours, the fatal shooting occurred on Thursday night.

“It is alleged that the suspect (or suspects) had broken down the door to gain entrance into the residence,” said Naidu, “It is further alleged that neighbours heard gunshots being fired near the crime scene last evening.”

When police responded, three young men were found lying at the front door, having sustained several bullet wounds.

According to Naidu there was no indication that the shooting was gang related. She added that no arrests had been made yet and appealed to the public to furnish any information that could help solve the case.

Those with information could confidentially contact Lieutenant Colonel Dawie Scholtz on 082 319 8673 or Captain Rio Kriel on 082 442 1303.

African News Agency

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