KZN police investigating deadly shooting of couple in Nazareth
The couple's bodies were found inside a rented room on Ziqubu Road in the area.
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DURBAN - Police in KwaZulu-Natal are investigating a murder inquest following a deadly shooting involving a couple in Nazareth, west of Durban.
It's believed the pair had an altercation, which resulted in the deadly incident.
Their bodies were found inside a rented room on Ziqubu Road in the area.
Police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda said: "It is reported that a man, who is a police officer from North West province, arrived to visit his wife and the two had an argument before gunshots were heard. Both victims were declared dead at the scene, and an unlicensed firearm was found next to the man's body."
He said they’re still unsure about the motive for the shooting.
"The cause of the shooting is unknown at this stage; however domestic violence-related feud cannot be ruled out."