Katlehong, Gauteng — A tragic scene unfolded this morning at the Zonkizizwe Taxi Rank in Katlehong, where two people were fatally shot in what appears to be a targeted attack.
Police have cordoned off the area and are actively investigating the incident. The motive behind the shooting is not yet known, and authorities have not confirmed whether the victims were taxi operators, commuters, or bystanders.
Eyewitnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots before seeing two individuals collapse near a loading bay. Panic spread quickly through the busy taxi rank, with bystanders scrambling for cover.
SAPS officials remain on the scene, collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses. No arrests have been made at this time.
This latest act of violence has raised renewed concerns over safety at transportation hubs, particularly in areas where taxi-related conflicts have historically flared.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. Updates will follow as more details become available.
