Three killed, teen wounded in Mitchells Plain shooting

Wednesday 11 March 2026 – 09:50am

CAPE TOWN – Three people were shot and killed in their home in Rocklands, Mitchells Plain on Tuesday afternoon. 

They have been identified as a 39-year-old woman, a 29-year-old man and a 36-year-old man.

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A 15-year-old girl was also wounded in the attack and was rushed to hospital.

Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects.

Authorities believe the shooting may be gang-related.