Five people were shot and two were killed during a shooting at the Booysens Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 20 January .
The incident was still active at the time of reporting, with police and other law enforcement agencies on the scene.
Authorities have not yet released full details, but emergency services confirmed multiple victims. The motive for the shooting remains unclear.
Deputy Minister Andries Nel was expected to go to the court to assess the situation as officials waited for verified information from police and court management.
More updates are expected as the situation develops.
