In a tragic incident that has shocked the community, seven people were gunned down southwest of Johannesburg in the early hours of Sunday morning. The alleged shooter turned the gun on himself, according to police reports.
Among the victims were five family members, including a three-year-old boy. The shooting occurred in Mokokotlong, over 40 kilometers southwest of Johannesburg.
A neighbor and a family friend were also killed, adding to the devastation felt by the community.
Police stated that the incident began when a man went to a local tavern and, finding it closed, had an altercation with the tavern owner. The conflict escalated when the tavern owner followed the man home, leading to the fatal confrontation.
This incident is the latest in a string of mass shootings that have shocked South Africa, raising concerns about community safety and violence.
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