Three men were murdered in Muden, KwaZulu-Natal, early today after being ambushed at a nearby homestead.
Muden triple murder: Here’s what we know
According to a source, the victims, who had just finished voting, stopped at a nearby homestead when they were ambushed by unknown assailants.
The three women accompanying them survived the attack, with one sustaining injuries. The motive behind this brutal act remains unknown.
Authorities were alerted to the scene following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless bodies of the three men. The women, though traumatised, were able to provide some details about the incident.
One of the survivors, who was wounded, received immediate medical attention and is currently recovering.
The police have launched an investigation into the murders, focusing on identifying the perpetrators and understanding the motive.
At this stage, no suspects have been arrested, and the community is urged to come forward with any information that could aid the investigation.
KwaZulu-Natal has been plagued by violence in recent years, with incidents of political killings and community unrest becoming increasingly common.
It’s unclear, at this time, if this incident is related to political tensions in the region.
This is a developing story.