What Happened in Durban
Shooting on South Coast Road
On Friday morning, a man was shot on South Coast Road near Edwin Swales Drive in the Rossburgh area. When paramedics arrived, they found him with gunshot wounds to his upper body. Despite being checked at the scene, he showed no signs of life and was pronounced dead there. Garrith Jamieson from ALS Paramedics said the details leading up to the shooting are still unclear, but police were on site and are investigating.
Earlier Shooting on Lotus Road
Just a few hours before the South Coast Road incident, another shooting occurred on Lotus Road, close to Foxglove Road in Springtown. A man believed to be in his 50s suffered multiple gunshot wounds to his body. Paramedics examined him, but he had already died and was declared dead at the scene.
Shooting in Pinetown
On Wednesday, a man was shot on Roosevelt Road in the Padfield Park area of Pinetown. Details about his condition have not been released, but emergency services responded to the call.
Police Investigation
Authorities are treating each incident separately but are looking for any possible connections. Officers are gathering evidence, speaking with witnesses, and reviewing surveillance footage to understand what led to each shooting.
Staying Safe
- If you hear gunshots, move to a safe location and call emergency services right away.
- Avoid confrontations and try to de‑escalate tense situations.
- Keep an eye on local news updates for safety alerts and police advice.
Conclusion
Durban has experienced a series of violent shootings over a short period, leaving the community shaken. While investigators work to uncover the motives and suspects, it’s important for residents to stay alert, look out for one another, and report any suspicious activity to the police. By staying informed and supportive, we can help make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.
