Another mass shooting sparks calls for increased police resources
SUNDAY SHATTERED: People gather in the street
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FIVE people were shot and two killed in yet another mass shooting in Cape Town, this time at a premises in Kuils River Sunday afternoon.
The incident took place in Elizabeth Street in Kalkfontein. Police believe the shooting to be gang-related.
Police spokesperson Joseph Swartbooi said: “Detectives of the Anti-Gang unit are combing the scene for clues after unknown assailants opened fire on the occupants of a premises.
SHOCK: Mense in Kalkfontein stunned after mass shooting
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"Two males did not survive this onslaught on their lives and three others were transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment after this shooting incident in Elizabeth Street at about 1:20pm. The suspects fled the scene and they are yet to be arrested.
"The motive for this attack is believed to be gang-related.
"Kuils River police registered two counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder for further investigation."
Anti-crime organisation Fight Against Crime South Africa said until the State takes extraordinary measures equal to the extraordinary violence being faced, the Cape Flats will remain a warzone.
INVESTIGATING: Cops on the scene
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“We believe that SAPS members and other policing agencies are doing their best with the very limited resources they have.
"But let us be clear: no, they are not winning. When Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia brushes off hundreds of killings in just a few months with comments like 'I have a full week' and 'gangsters must stop', we must question where the real priorities lie.
"If the government does not have the backbone to confront this crisis, then back the Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) with the resources it needs and step aside.
"The AGU has proven its capability, it simply needs the firepower, funding, and freedom to act."
The organisation added there is a pressing need for SAPS and the City's metro police to work together seamlessly, eliminating the blame game and fostering a united front against crime.
"Communities must also unite with Law Enforcement to reduce violence.
"The justice system needs to reassess its bail and sentencing policies to prevent repeat offenders. Collaboration between community members and trusted crime group admins who work with SAPS could lead to safer communities.”
Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the MySAPS mobile app.
Cape Times