Katlehong mass shooting suspect to appear in court
Katlehong mass shooting suspect to appear in court Nokuthula Khanyile Thu, 10/15/2026 - 06:00 JOHANNESBURG - The suspect arrested in connection with the deadly shooting in Katlehong is expected to appear in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court on Thursday. The shooting took place on Tuesday evening when the suspect allegedly opened fire on a group of ANC Youth League members returning from a memorial service for a fellow league member. Two people were killed at the scene, while two others later suc
Katlehong mass shooting suspect to appear in court Nokuthula Khanyile Thu, 10/15/2026 - 06:00
JOHANNESBURG - The suspect arrested in connection with the deadly shooting in Katlehong is expected to appear in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court on Thursday.
The shooting took place on Tuesday evening when the suspect allegedly opened fire on a group of ANC Youth League members returning from a memorial service for a fellow league member.
Two people were killed at the scene, while two others later succumbed to their gunshot wounds in hospital. Three other victims remain hospitalised.
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The suspect reportedly handed himself over to police.
The case is being investigated by the Gauteng Political Killings Task Team.
The suspect is also reportedly a former ward councillor who has previously been affiliated with at least three political parties.
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- October 15, 2026
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- Nokuthula Khanyile
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