Two men killed in early morning shooting at Delft taxi rank

Two men were killed and another person injured in a Delft taxi rank shooting at the Palm taxi rank on Main Road, Delft, early on Thursday, 22 October, Cape {town} Etc reports.

SAPS Lieutenant Colonel F.C Van Wyk, told *Cape {town} Etc *the shooting was reported at approximately 05:10, according to a preliminary police report. Crime scene experts were at the scene, combing the area for clues as investigators began examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The injured victim was transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment. Police have not released the identities of the deceased or provided details about any suspects. Delft police have registered** two counts of murder** and one count of attempted murder for investigation.

The preliminary report indicates that the motive is believed to be taxi-related. However, investigators have not provided further details about what led to the shooting or whether any arrests have been made.

The Palm taxi rank area has also been the scene of previous suspected taxi-related violence. In March, two people were killed in a separate shooting near the rank, according to SABC News. Police have not indicated whether the incidents are connected.

As the latest investigation continues, further details may emerge as police gather evidence and establish the circumstances surrounding the deaths.

Anyone with information that could assist investigators is urged to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit an anonymous tip through the MySAPS mobile application.

Police specifically urged members of the public to ‘use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously’ when sharing information about the shooting.

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