Police are investigating a murder and inquest after two men were fatally shot at a licensed tavern in Mganduzweni Trust, Masoyi, on Christmas Eve.
The incident occurred around 23h30 on Wednesday, 24 December 2025. SAPS members on a festive season patrol along the R538 Road noticed a group leaving the tavern and stopped to investigate. Inside, they found two deceased males with gunshot wounds.
Preliminary reports state the shooting followed a dispute after the DJ stopped playing music to close the tavern. Patrons insisted he continue. A 28-year-old patron allegedly shot the DJ before shooting himself.
The firearm used has not been recovered.