South African authorities report that a devastating shooting Tuesday night claimed the lives of 12 individuals and left nine others wounded at an informal settlement in the Cleveland area, located east of Johannesburg.
According to a police statement released Wednesday, investigators have initiated a search for more than 10 suspects connected to the deadly incident at the Jumpers informal settlement.
Authorities have not yet determined what prompted the violent attack.
Law enforcement officials report that the perpetrators traveled in a white Toyota Quantum vehicle, accessed the settlement through two separate entry points, and discharged weapons at several locations throughout the area before departing in their original vehicle.
The nation of South Africa experiences one of the globe’s most severe murder rates, with approximately 60 homicides occurring daily.
