CRIME SCENE: Katlehong, Gauteng: The South Africa Police Service (SAPS) have detained a suspect after a shooting incident in which four members of the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) lost their lives.

The tragic incident occurred on Tuesday night, 13 October 2026 at about 18:50 in Sophangisa Street, Katlehong North. It’s reported the victims were walking from a memorial service of a member of a political party, held at Mogobeng Primary School, when a man opened fire on them.

“Seven people were shot. Two men, aged 23 and 21, were declared dead at the scene. Five other persons, aged between 12 and 27, sustained gunshot wounds and were taken to hospital for medical treatment. Two of the latter, a 23-year-old and a 27-year-old succumbed to their injuries in hospital.

“Following the incident, the suspect handed himself over to the police. He is currently in custody,” said SAPS.

The Gauteng Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) is investigating charges of murder and attempted murder.