The death toll from a deadly shooting at a tavern in South Africa has risen to 18 after another victim died in hospital.
The attack happened late on Saturday in Wedela township, about 80 kilometres west of Johannesburg, when gunmen reportedly opened fire inside the tavern.
Initial reports put the number of people killed at 17, with several others injured. The death toll increased after one of the injured victims succumbed to their injuries...READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE .
Police said four of the victims had so far been identified, including two South Africans and two nationals of Lesotho.
Authorities are still searching for the attackers and have reportedly obtained clear images of some of the suspects.
Investigators are also examining a possible connection between the shooting and a turf war involving heavily armed gangs linked to illegal gold mining in the area.
The incident has renewed concerns about gun violence and organised crime in South Africa.
Authorities are also investigating a separate shooting near Cape Town in which 10 people were killed during the weekend.
The investigations into both incidents are ongoing as police continue efforts to identify and arrest those responsible.
