Cape Town police confirmed that the shooting incident which occurred in Kenilworth on Wednesday, is gang-related.
Two men had been found dead on the scene, reports Cape {town} Etc.
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The two men, aged 23 and 38, suffered fatal wounds on the scene and were found dead in a white Toyota Yaris. The car reportedly suffered severe bullet damage caused by unknown gunmen.
The victims have since been linked to the Ghetto Kids gang from Hanover Park.
Other passengers in the car, included a woman who incurred minor injuries and a teenager who was not harmed.
Provincial police spokesperson, Captain Frederick van Wyck, confirmed the shooting to have occurred around 2pm, at the corner of Rosmead Avenue and Dingle/Jesmond Road, in Claremont.
Investigations have commenced for charges of murder and attempted murder.
The case is to be handed over to the Anti-Gang Unit for further investigation while the injured woman has received medical care.
Van Wyk told Megazone News that the shooting is believed to be gang-related and the incident has sparked concern for the rise of gang-related violence across the Cape Flats.
Police further urge members of the public to step forward with any relevant information.
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