11 killed in shooting at house party near Durban
Three armed men opened fire on guests at a house party in KwaMakhutha, South Africa, killing at least 11 people and injuring three.
Durban, South Africa. At least 11 people were killed and three injured when three armed men opened fire at a house party in the KwaMakhutha township south of Durban, police said on Wednesday.
Police investigation
The shooting occurred on Tuesday in KwaMakhutha, in KwaZulu-Natal province. A woman believed to be pregnant and 13 men were among those attending the party, police said.
Ten victims, including the woman, died at the scene. Four others were taken to hospital, where one later died from gunshot injuries.
The motive for the attack is unknown. Police said an initial investigation indicated that some of the victims were known to authorities, without providing further details.
Homicide rate
South Africa has one of the world’s highest murder rates, averaging about 60 killings a day.
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