Crime scene experts are sourcing a crime scene where three bodies were found in a canal in Sarepta, Kuilsriver on Thursday morning.

Reports from the scene indicate that police were called out at around 06:00, after passers-by spotted the bodies of two women and a man with gunshot wounds in the water. Several spent cartridges were discovered in vicinity. Police divers responded and retrieved the bodies from the water. Police have instituted the 72 hour Activation Plan for the mobilisation of resources in search of the suspect/s and determining the motive for the murders. At this point of the investigation, the identities of the deceased persons remain unknown.

Anyone with information that could assist the police investigation is urged to contact police on 08600 10111 or convey information via My SAPS App. Information received will be handled in strict confidence.

Source: South African Police Service