Police in Gauteng have initiated a murder investigation following a tragic shooting incident in Eldorado Park on the evening of Saturday, June 14, 2025. The shooting occurred around 21:00 in Extension 1, where it is reported that a white Audi, occupied by three male individuals, opened fire on a group of nine young men gathered outside a local mosque.
Three victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while a fourth individual was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. The identities of the deceased have not yet been disclosed, and the motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
Captain Tintswalo Sibeko, spokesperson for the South African Police Service (SAPS) Gauteng, confirmed the incident and stated that police are diligently working to apprehend the suspects involved.
“We are investigating three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder. We encourage anyone who may have witnessed the incident or possesses information that could aid the investigation to contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or report anonymously via the MySAPSApp,” Captain Sibeko urged.
Earlier that evening, at approximately 19:45, members of the Gauteng Anti-Gang Unit conducted a series of arrests in Newclare and Eldorado Park during routine patrols.
In Newclare, officers stopped and searched a 21-year-old man at the intersection of Dowling and Hamilton Avenue. The suspect was found in possession of an unlicensed firearm with its serial number removed. As officers attempted to detain him, his parents, aged 46 and 48, allegedly intervened, attempting to pull him away from police custody. The situation escalated when community members began throwing stones at police vehicles.
In response, police called for backup and discharged a warning shot to disperse the crowd. The 21-year-old suspect was arrested for possession of an unlicensed firearm, while his parents were taken into custody for malicious damage to property and obstructing police duties.
In a separate incident later that night, the Anti-Gang Unit apprehended a 43-year-old man in Eldorado Park Extension 1 for possession of a stolen motor vehicle. Officers on patrol observed a silver Ford Figo, which had been reported stolen at Mondeor SAPS. When police signaled for the vehicle to stop, the occupants attempted to flee, resulting in a high-speed chase during which suspects fired upon the pursuing officers.
One suspect was apprehended, while two others managed to escape. Efforts to locate them are ongoing.
“All four arrested suspects will appear in the Magistrate’s Court in due course,” stated Captain Sibeko. “We remain committed to intensifying operations aimed at combating illegal firearms, stolen vehicles, and gang-related activities in these areas.”
Investigations into both cases are ongoing.
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