2 people killed by gunmen in Kariega shooting at house in South Africa

South African police are investigating a double murder and an attempted murder following a shooting at a house on Nxanxadi Street in KwaNobuhle, Kariega, on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at approximately 11:15.

According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), the victims were sitting outside the house consuming alcohol when three unknown males entered the premises. One suspect allegedly enquired about a cellphone, and when one victim responded that they did not know the cellphone, a suspect reportedly produced a firearm and opened fire.

Two victims — a 25-year-old female, Siphesihle Matros, and a 23-year-old male, Siyamthanda Milani — sustained fatal gunshot wounds to their heads. A third victim, a 40-year-old female, sustained a gunshot wound to her knee and was transported by ambulance to a hospital for medical treatment.

The three suspects fled the scene on foot, and their whereabouts remain unknown. Two cases of murder and one of attempted murder have been opened and are being investigated by SAPS KwaNobuhle.

Police have urged anyone with information to contact Detective Captain Mbalane at 082 302 5954 or Crime Stop at 08600 10111.