Gqeberha police have launched a manhunt after three men were shot dead in a vehicle on the R75 in Gqeberha on Saturday afternoon.
Police spokesperson Captain Andre Beetge said the incident happened on R75 near Kwadwesi.
Beetge said Kwadwesi police were called to a complaint of murder near Chatty Dip at about 4.15pm.
“At the scene, police found a grey Toyota Starlet with three male victims.
“The victims aged between 27 and 36 sustained several gunshot wounds and were declared deceased on the scene,” Beetge said.
He said their identities have been withheld until formal identification processes are finalised.
“The motive for the incident is unknown,” he said.
Police have opened a case of murder (three counts), and the matter has been transferred to the Serious and Violent Crime Investigation (SVCI) Unit for further investigation.
Beetge said anyone who can assist with information should contact the investigating officer, Detective Warrant Officer Kiewiets on 079-965-5431 or alternatively Crime Stop on 08600 10111. All calls will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.
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