Durban shooting leaves two dead, seven injured

Two young people have been killed in a suspected drug turf war in the Wentworth area, south of Durban, on Friday morning.  

Seven others sustained injuries and were rushed to hospital for medical care.  

Police are now searching for the two suspects behind the hit.

While police are about to finish combing through evidence at the crime scene, detectives are searching for the suspects responsible for the incident. 

It is alleged that two men opened fire on a group of people who were seated outside a flat in Wentworth, instantly killing two young men.  

Eyewitnesses said the gunmen, who were travelling in a grey Mazda 3, chased the victims as they ran away, continuously shooting at them. 

Police spokesperson Robert Netshiunda: "The motive of the killing is unknown; however, gang and drug-related turf wars cannot be ruled out."

Police are investigating a case of murder and attempted murder.