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News24
5 minutes ago
- News24
Muizenberg residents living in fear after 3 killed following gangster's prison release
Three people were killed and one injured following a shooting incident in Muizenberg on Saturday night. It's alleged that the shooting may be linked to the release of a notorious gang member from jail. Policing in the area has been intensified to prevent any further violence. Muizenberg residents are living in fear after three people were shot and killed, while another was injured in a shooting on Saturday night. The bodies of the two women and a man, aged between 29 and 32, were found at Mike Place, Xakabantu, in Muizenberg at around 23:30. The fourth victim survived after he sustained a gunshot wound and managed to escape. He was rushed to hospital. According to police spokesperson, Colonel Andre Traut, the suspects fled the scene and have yet to be arrested. He said police had launched an investigation into the shooting. He said that policing in the area had been intensified to prevent any further violence. Ward 45 councillor Mandy Marr claimed that the shooting was linked to the release of a notorious gang member from prison. 'We were on a good trajectory in fighting crime in the community,' Marr told News24. 'It's been a peaceful two months without any shooting incidents, and now, following the release of this parolee, the community is faced with such a horrific incident.' Marr said the shooting seems to be targeted, as the three people who were killed were also members of the Junky Funky Kids gang. However, the fourth person, who sustained a gunshot wound, was an innocent bystander. She added that following the shooting, residents no longer feel safe in their own community. 'This is a moment of deep sadness for all of us in Overcome Heights, Seawinds, Vrygrond, and Xakabantu. We all deserve to feel safe in our own neighbourhoods.' Community leader Mike Khumalo said that all four victims were part of the community patrol. 'When people volunteer that they want to be the eyes and ears of the community, it's not our job to judge them, and ask if they are part of a gang or not. They were in uniform, and they had been part of the community patrol for quite some time now,' he said. Khumalo added that it is possible that the shooting may be related to the release of the parolee. He said that the decrease in crime in the area can be attributed to the initiatives that his team has introduced to the community, in fighting crime.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
Woman hospitalised with burns after massive fire breaks out in city
A woman has been hospitalised with burns after a massive fire broke out in Oxford, spreading to three properties. The blaze broke out on Vicarage Road off Abingdon Road after noon yesterday (Saturday, August 16). Four fire engines from Rewley Road, Slade Park and Abingdon were dispatched to the scene at around 12.45pm. A large white smoke plume could be seen billowing over the south of Oxford as residents closed their windows. READ MORE: Smoke billows over city as crews rush to house fire The smoke billowing over Oxford on Saturday. (Image: Pat Cam) One local who lives on Abingdon Road and wished to remain anonymous said: "There is a strong smell of smoke in the air. "I've heard lots of sirens too. It seems like a really serious incident' The fire had spread from a garden outbuilding to neighbouring properties' sheds. Firefighters battled the flames and managed to extinguish the fire quickly before it could spread to any more properties in the area. READ MORE: 'Bus driver caught in sex act' onboard by horrified 15-year-old girl The damage at the property. (Image: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service) One woman was injured in the incident and taken to the hospital with minor burns. A spokesperson for Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service late on Saturday night said: "Today at approximately 12.45pm, Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were mobilised to a fire in Vicarage Road, Oxford. "Four fire appliances, two from Rewley Road fire station, one from Slade Park and one from Abingdon Fire Station, responded to one garden-type building and one shed well alight in neighbouring properties and spreading to a third shed." "Firefighters in breathing apparatus using high-pressure hose reels acted swiftly to extinguish the fire and stop it spreading to other properties. "One adult female was treated at the hospital for minor burns." READ MORE: Police 'extremely concerned' after woman goes missing The aftermath of the fire. (Image: Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service) Drone photographs taken from above the Hinksey area show the white cloud of smoke looming large over the residential area. Residents reported hearing sirens and smelling smoke throughout the early afternoon as the emergency services rushed to get the situation under control. The fire service published their update late on Saturday night and included some photos from the incident on social media. Pictures show firefighters using hoses on the burnt-out shed as well as the damage dealt to the garden outbuildings. READ MORE: Police launch search for missing man known to frequent city centre No cause has been revealed for the blaze as of yet, but firefighters are looking into it with a full investigation underway. The Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson added: "The cause of the fire is currently being investigated. "Incident commander Jason Clifford said crews on arrival were faced with a fast spreading fire with a smoke plume that could be seen from Abingdon. "He urged everyone to check they have working smoke alarms and to visit for more information."
Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Yahoo
Delivery driver angers Aussie neighbourhood after careless acts caught on camera
A delivery driver has infuriated residents in a Sydney suburb who have accused him of 'lazy' behaviour. Within the space of a week, three residents recorded the moment their parcels were thrown at their homes, leaving a watch damaged when it hit the wall. In Ambarvale, roughly 50km southwest of Sydney, a delivery driver in a hi-vis jumper was captured on a doorbell camera tossing a parcel at a front door. It appears to hit the wall with a sharp thud, in an impact that left a new watch allegedly damaged, resident Daniel Lloyd told Yahoo News. 'The watch was only $50, but price isn't really the point, it's how it was treated and how hard it hit the wall before landing in my garden,' Daniel said. "The watch had such a hard impact, it's not showing the true time.' The driver is from logistics company iMile, a company Daniel had never heard of until his neighbour also complained about a rogue delivery. The incident was filmed on Wednesday morning, and is the latest in a string of similar deliveries. The day before, on Tuesday morning, the same driver was spotted on security camera at another Ambarvale home once again tossing the parcel on the ground. Kylie, the resident who recorded that footage, said it wasn't the first time she's had a rough delivery from iMile. 'They just throw it at the door,' she told Yahoo. 'Really puts me off ordering online.' Thankfully, the items in her parcels were plastic and were not damaged. Detail caught on front yard security camera sparks alarm: 'Will do you harm' Australia Post opens humongous new centre to keep up with e-commerce spike Australia Post driver accused of 'pure laziness' after being caught on doorbell camera Parcel thrown 'like in a bowling alley' A third resident, Deb, also captured the moment the same driver lobbed her parcel across her lawn to her front door last week. 'This is the second delivery from them,' she said. 'We received one about a week prior, same thing but I found it in the middle of the front yard. He just bowled it like he was at the bowling alley, I didn't even know it was out there until about an hour later.' The shocking deliveries left residents enraged, with many others complaining they have experienced the same 'lazy' behaviour. "I witnessed iMile throw our package out his car window onto the council strip and drive off," one woman wrote. "I'm in Bradbury and my parcel was delivered by iMile, which I knew was here as I heard it hit the ground after it was thrown in front of my door," another said. "Just lucky it didn't have breakables in it, only clothes." Another said she had 10 glass candleholders smashed due to the rough delivery method. iMile launches investigation after 'deeply concerning' footage A spokesperson for iMile Delivery told Yahoo News they were "deeply concerned" by the footage and have launched an "immediate internal investigation" into the actions by drivers as well as the company's delivery protocols. "At iMile, we hold customer experience in high regard and genuinely share the dissatisfaction expressed regarding the level of service shown here. We are committed to taking the necessary steps to ensure that a higher standard of care is maintained in all future deliveries," the spokesperson said. iMile typically delivers products ordered from overseas companies, including Shein, Temu and Ali Express. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
