CAPE TOWN - Khayelitsha police have opened murder dockets for investigation following an incident where three men were shot dead, a fourth one seriously injured and later succumbed in hospital to injuries sustained on Tuesday evening.

Reports from the scene indicate that unknown gunmen entered the Madiba supermarket in R588 Sulani Drive, Site B and fired several shots at 19:00.

Three of those shot inside the shop died on the scene whilst a fourth victim who was seriously injured was transported to a medical facility for treatment. He later died in hospital as a result of the injuries suffered.

Organised Crime detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting incident. The motive for the incident is yet to be determined.

The identities of the deceased persons have not been confirmed yet.

Anyone with information that could assist the police investigation is urged to contact the police on 08600 10111 or via MySAPSApp.

Source: South African Police Service