Police in Cape Town have launched a manhunt for suspects following the discovery of three bodies in a vehicle in Imizamo Yethu, Hout Bay, on Tuesday night.

Police spokesperson Andre Traut says all the bodies have gunshot wounds.

“Police have launched an investigation following the discovery of three unidentified men shot dead in a Hyundai i20 at Holomisa Square Imizamo Yethu, Hout Bay last night. The motive for the triple murder is still unknown but extortion is being investigated as a possible factor.”