South Africa: Shooting reported in Durban February 25

Event

A shooting has been reported in Durban city center on the middle of the day (local time) on Monday, February 25. According to initial reports, a fight broke out on JN Singh Street at the Teesav Flats student residence between a group of civilians and an off-duty police officer, leaving three people killed and three others wounded. Details are still emerging. A police operation is underway, and a security perimeter has been established around the area. The motives behind the attack remain unknown.

Advice

Individuals in Durban are advised to avoid the above area until the situation has normalized.