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Twelve killed in Johannesburg mass shooting

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Posted Jun 10, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-10-0630
Twelve killed in Johannesburg mass shooting

At least 12 people have been killed and nine injured in a mass shooting in an informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg, according to South African police. A manhunt is underway for over ten suspects.

South African police have confirmed that at least 12 individuals were killed and nine others sustained injuries in a mass shooting incident in an informal settlement in Cleveland, Johannesburg. The attack reportedly took place late on Tuesday. According to a police statement, more than ten suspects were allegedly transported to the vicinity of a petrol station by a white Toyota Quantum vehicle before the incident. A comprehensive manhunt has been launched to apprehend those responsible for the violence, with investigations actively ongoing.

Sources: BBC News - World

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