Four dead in Kayamandi shooting as gunmen open fire on SAPS

Four people have been killed and four others, including two police officers, injured in a brazen mass shooting in Kayamandi, Stellenbosch.

Detectives attached to the Western Cape Provincial Serious and Violent Crime Unit have launched investigations into four counts of murder and four counts of attempted murder following the violence on Sunday evening, 26 July.

Police said officers from Stellenbosch SAPS responded to reports of a shooting in 7th Avenue, Kayamandi, at approximately 17:35.

On arrival, they found an unidentified man who had sustained fatal gunshot wounds.

Gunmen opened fire on police

While processing the initial crime scene, officers heard further gunfire nearby and immediately responded.

As they approached the area, they encountered armed suspects who allegedly opened fire on them.

Police returned fire, forcing the suspects to flee.

During the exchange, two SAPS members and two members of the public, a man and a woman, were shot and taken to a nearby medical facility for treatment.

Officers later discovered four unidentified men with fatal gunshot wounds at the scenes.

A 9mm firearm was recovered and has been seized for forensic analysis.

Crime scene experts worked through the night gathering evidence as investigations continue.

Police condemn ‘senseless violence’

Acting Western Cape Provincial Commissioner Major General Luyanda Damoyi condemned the attack, describing it as an unacceptable act of violence.

“This senseless violence has claimed several lives and left police officials and innocent members of the community injured. We will utilise every available resource to identify and apprehend those responsible. Those who attack police officers and terrorise our communities will face the full might of the law,” Damoyi said.

The motive for the shootings remains under investigation and no arrests have been made.

Police have appealed to anyone with information to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit anonymous tips through the MySAPS mobile application. All information will be treated confidentially.