On Wednesday morning, Tafelsig Primary School in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, was the scene of a distressing incident as multiple gunshots were fired near the school premises.
Tafelsig Primary School shooting: SAPS on scene
The South African Police Service (SAPS) was promptly on the scene following reports of a shooting in the vicinity of Tafelsig Primary School.
The authorities began an immediate investigation to ascertain the details of the incident, including the source and motive behind the shooting.
As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and the police are in the process of collecting evidence and witness statements to track down the individuals involved.
The area around the school was cordoned off to ensure the safety of students and staff, and to facilitate a thorough search by forensic teams.
Were there any victims?
Initial reports from the scene indicate that there have been no confirmed injuries or fatalities linked to the shooting incident near Tafelsig Primary School.
Emergency services were on standby, and local hospitals were alerted, but so far, there have been no admissions related to this event.
The police are continuing to investigate to ensure that all potential victims are accounted for and to assess the impact of the incident on those present during the shooting.
How did Tafelsig Primary School respond?
In response to the morning’s events, Tafelsig Primary School has resumed normal operations with heightened security measures in place.
The school administration has not yet issued a formal statement regarding the incident but is cooperating fully with SAPS to aid in the investigation.
This is a developing story.
