They were found lying in a pool of blood with multiple gunshot wounds.
At least eight people have been killed during a shooting at Zama informal settlement at U Section, Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal.
Police were called to the scene on Friday evening and discovered the lifeless bodies of six men and two women, aged between 22 and 40 years old.
They were found lying in a pool of blood with multiple gunshot wounds.
“It is reported that the victims were inside the dwelling when an unknown number of suspects entered and opened fire, killing them at the scene,” police spokesperson Colonel Robert Netshiunda said.
Investigations into the possible motive of the killings are underway and police have launched a manhunt for the suspects.
Got information? Here’s who to call
Police are appealing to anyone who might have information which can assist in the investigation to contact the nearest police station or call the crime stop number, 08600 10111.
This is a developing story