KEY POINTS
- A shooting on Nandi Drive in Durban resulted in one fatality and three injuries, with the area closed off for investigation.
- The motive remains unknown, and police are urging motorists to avoid the scene as the investigation continues.
- The incident has sparked concerns over rising crime rates in Durban, with calls for enhanced safety measures.
A violent shooting incident on Nandi Drive near Kew Road in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, has left one person dead and three others seriously injured.
The shooting incident, which occurred on Friday, March 7, 2025, has prompted authorities to close off the area to traffic as investigations continue.
According to Garrith Jamieson, spokesperson for ALS Paramedics, the altercation involved four suspects. “One suspect was declared dead at the scene, while the other three sustained serious gunshot wounds and were rushed to the hospital under police guard,” Jamieson stated.
IOL reports that the identities of the suspects and their connection to the incident remain unclear at this stage.
Police investigate motive as area remains closed to traffic
The motive behind the shooting is still unknown, leaving investigators scrambling for answers. “We advise motorists to avoid the area at all costs because this will be active for some time,” Jamieson added, emphasizing the ongoing nature of the investigation.
Police have cordoned off the scene to gather evidence and piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
The closure of Nandi Drive has caused significant traffic disruptions, with motorists being forced to seek alternate routes. Local residents have expressed concern over the sudden spike in violence in the area. “It’s frightening to see something like this happen so close to home,” said a nearby resident who wished to remain anonymous. “We hope the police can get to the bottom of this quickly.”
This incident comes amid a broader conversation about crime and safety in Durban.
Recent statistics from the South African Police Service (SAPS) indicate a rise in violent crimes in the region, prompting calls for increased police visibility and community engagement.
