Cape Town police probing murder of man in Mitchells Plain

CAPE TOWN - Cape Town police are investigating the murder of a man in Mitchells Plain.

On Tuesday, members investigated a complaint in Simonsig Avenue in Westridge.

Upon arrival, they found a 24-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds to the chest, stomach, and hands.

He was declared dead at the scene.

Police spokesperson FC van Wyk said: "The unknown assailant/s fled the scene and are yet to be arrested. The motive for this attack now forms part of the police investigation. We appeal to anyone with information to please call Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or alternatively use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously."