Three people have been shot dead and three others wounded, including a police officer, during an alleged domestic dispute in Rabie Ridge, north of Johannesburg, on Friday morning.
Police say an argument between a man and his girlfriend turned violent, resulting in multiple fatal shootings inside a house.
Officers responding to the scene also came under fire, leaving some wounded.
Gauteng police spokesperson Dimakatso Nevhuhulwi says a manhunt is underway for the armed suspect believed to be a security officer.
“A police officer was injured by shattered glass from the police vehicle that was shot at. The two women and the officer are receiving medical treatment in hospital while the first three victims were declared dead. The suspect, who is identified as a security officer, has since fled the scene. The police are appealing to anyone who can assist with information about the suspect’s whereabouts to report at the local police station, investigations are underway.”
