Police in the Western Cape are appealing for public assistance in tracing down two men who may have information about the mass murder in Gugulethu on Saturday. 

The mass shooting incident took place at approximately 3.30am, at a residence in the Kanana informal settlement in Gugulethu. 

Seven people were gunned down while socialising in the kitchen. They were ambushed by unknown assailants. Three other men who were asleep elsewhere in the house at the time of the attack escaped unharmed.

The provincial police spokesperson, Colonel Andrè Traut, confirmed the two men are being sought. 

“The Serious and Violent Crimes Unit in the Western Cape is appealing to the public for assistance in locating two men, Linde Madolo and Loyiso Matinisi (pictured), who may be able to provide crucial information regarding the mass murder of seven adult males in Gugulethu,” Traut said. 

Police said the men are not suspects in the murder

“While the two individuals are not considered suspects at this stage, investigators believe they may be able to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident,” Traut said. The identities of the deceased are being withheld at this stage, and the motive for the heinous crime is yet to be established.

Police urge anyone who knows their whereabouts or can assist in tracing them to contact Sergeant Sithembele Sambunjelwa of the Serious and Violent Crimes Unit at 073 416 5224. 

All information will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

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