5 killed, 6 injured in Bronkhorstspruit tavern shooting

JOHANNESBURG - Five people have been killed at a tavern shooting in Zithobeni, Bronkorstspruit.

It is reported that a further six people have been wounded.

Gunmen allegedly opened fire at the tavern in Dunusa, Extension 10 in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Gauteng Police Spokesperson Brenda Muridili said police are investigating a case of murder, attempted murder and robbery.

"The police in Bronkhorstspruit responded to a shooting incident at a tavern in Zithobeni, on 5 October 2025 at about 01:30, where five people were killed and six were injured. It is reported by witnesses that two men known in the community came into the tavern and demanded that one of the patron’s handover his licensed firearm."

This story is developing.

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