A shooting at a tavern in Wedela township southwest of Johannesburg on September 27, 2026, killed 17 people and wounded 15 others. South African police launched a manhunt for suspects; the motive remained unknown.
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South Africa police launch manhunt after 17 killed in tavern shooting Reuters
Sept 27 - South African police said on Sunday they had launched a manhunt after 17 people were killed and 15 wounded in a shooting at a tavern in Wedela township southwest of Johannesburg.
Seventeen people were killed and fifteen injured following a shooting at a tavern in Wedela township. The shooting occurred late on Saturday night in Gauteng province, resulting in chaos among the patrons. Eight suspects reportedly armed with rifles and pistols opened fire on people inside and outside the tavern. Police have launched a manhunt and are seeking information regarding the suspects inv
Emergency medical services declared all 17 victims dead at the scene, and the motive for the shooting was not known, the South African Police Service said.