Magaliesburg gun battle: Suspected illegal mining clash leaves 12 dead
Police suspect the violence erupted between zama zama groups.
Provincial police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Dimakatso Sello stated they are investigating the exact circumstances that led to the shooting.
'We were informed of the shooting incident at a closed mine, and when we got there, officers found the bodies of nine men and two women inside a dilapidated building. It was reported that 10 other victims were taken to the hospital, where one woman later died,' Sello said.
She added that the exact motive for the shooting cannot be confirmed at this stage.
Police are appealing to anyone who might have information that can help in the investigation or assist in the apprehension of the suspects to please call the nearest police or call Crime Stop on 08600 10111. Information can also be given anonymously via the MySAPS App that can be downloaded on any smartphone.
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