3 people shot and killed in Soweto

JOHANNESBURG - The Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) said that three people were shot and killed in Soweto.

It's understood that the victims were attacked in Mofolo Central on Monday morning.

The cause of the shooting is not yet known and motorists have been urged to avoid the area and use alternative roads.

JMPD spokesperson Xolani Fihla said that traffic was gridlocked.

"Law enforcement officials and emergency services are currently on scene. Motorists are urged to exercise extreme caution when driving in the vicinity of Mahalefele Road, Mofolo Central as vehicles are being diverted at Machaba Drive and Mageza Street."