Three Killed in Mitchells Plain Shooting, Teenager Injured

Posted on March 11, 2026
by Yashmika Dukaran


Three people have been shot and killed in a shooting incident in Mitchells Plain on the Cape Flats, while a teenager was wounded.

According to Western Cape police spokesperson Andre Traut, the shooting occurred at a house in Rocklands.

Preliminary investigations indicate that three masked men entered the residence and opened fire on the occupants before fleeing the scene.

Traut said the motive is believed to be gang-related and remains part of an ongoing investigation.

The case is currently being investigated by the SAPS Anti-Gang Unit, and no arrests have been made at this stage.

Police have urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or submit tips through the MySAPS.