At least nine people were killed and 10 wounded after armed men opened fire at a licensed tavern in Bekkersdal township, west of Johannesburg, South African police said. The attack occurred just before 1am local time when about 12 suspects arrived in two vehicles, shot patrons inside the tavern, and fled. Police have launched a manhunt, deployed multiple investigative teams, and said the motive for the shooting remains unclear.


South Africa Pub Shooting: Bekkersdal Tavern Turned Into Kill Zone Before Dawn

At least nine people were killed and 10 wounded after armed men opened fire at a licensed tavern in Bekkersdal township, west of Johannesburg, South African police said. The attack occurred just before 1am local time when about 12 suspects arrived in two vehicles, shot patrons inside the tavern, and fled. Police have launched a manhunt, deployed multiple investigative teams, and said the motive for the shooting remains unclear.

South Africa Shooting: Nine Killed as Gunmen Open Fire at South Africa's Bekkersdal Tavern Pub

Gunmen killed 10 people in a bar in the central Mexican state of Queretaro late Saturday, authorities said, adding to a wave of violent crime that is gripping several areas of the country.

Gunmen killed 10 people in a bar in the central Mexican state of Queretaro late Saturday, authorities said, adding to a wave of violent crime that is gripping several areas of the country. The incident took place in a bar in the downtown area of the state's capital, also known as Queretaro, where four gunmen entered, killing seven men and three women, according to the state attorney general and Queretaro city's security chief. Seven other people were injured. One person was in police custody so far, authorities said. Investigators were at the scene and looking into a vehicle believed to be linked to the incident. Also Read | Justice Sanjiv Khanna takes oath as 51st Chief Justice of India Queretaro is not commonly prone to high levels of violent crime, such as homicide, and is considered relatively safer than many other areas of Mexico. "I reiterate to the people of Queretaro that there will be punishment for those responsible for this brutal act, we will continue to seal our borders and maintain the security of our state," Queretaro governor Mauricio Kuri said on X. Also Read | COP29 climate summit opens after Trump win with call for cooperation Mexico is dealing with a security crisis linked to organised crime and warring factions of drug cartels, and that is one of the most pressing challenges for new Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. There have been 2,788 homicides in the country since her inauguration on October 1, according to pollster TResearch's analysis of government data. Sheinbaum has vowed to crack down on violent crime and unveiled a security plan aimed at increasing opportunities for vulnerable young people, improving intelligence sharing among government institutions and beefing up the country's National Guard. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Three people were killed and as many injured following a shooting at a bar in southwest Oklahoma City in US.&nbsp;The incident occurred at Whiskey Barrel Saloon near Newcastle Road and South Roff Avenue around 9 pm on Saturday.

According to police, one person is in critical condition, while two others suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

Details regarding who opened the fire or what led up to the shooting have not been provided. Local media reported that the police did not have the suspect in custody.

Police told the residents to avoid the area as investigators are probing the scene, saying they’re responding to a “significant incident with large law enforcement presence,” according to an Oklahoma City Police tweet.

The Whiskey Barrel Saloon is a bar and grill in southwest Oklahoma City. A video by CNN showed police cruisers swarming the business late Saturday night.

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Three people were killed and as many injured following a shooting at a bar in southwest Oklahoma City in US. The incident occurred at Whiskey Barrel Saloon near Newcastle Road and South Roff Avenue around 9 pm on Saturday.

Three people were killed and as many injured following a shooting at a bar in southwest Oklahoma City in US. The incident occurred at Whiskey Barrel Saloon near Newcastle Road and South Roff Avenue around 9 pm on Saturday. According to police, one person is in critical condition, while two others suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Details regarding who opened the fire or what led up to the shooting have not been provided. Local media reported that the police did not have the suspect in custody. Police told the residents to avoid the area as investigators are probing the scene, saying they’re responding to a “significant incident with large law enforcement presence,” according to an Oklahoma City Police tweet. The Whiskey Barrel Saloon is a bar and grill in southwest Oklahoma City. A video by CNN showed police cruisers swarming the business late Saturday night. This is a developing story WATCH WION LIVE HERE

US: Three killed, as many injured at Oklahoma bar shooting

A gunman opened fire at a bar in Rome, killing three women and injuring four others on Sunday (December 11). The Italian media reported that the incident occurred at a meeting of residents of an apartment block.&nbsp;

The Italian media identified the 57-year-old suspect as Claudio Campiti, who was arrested after the shooting incident at the bar in the Fidene district in the north of Rome.&nbsp;

A witness told the Italian news agency Ansa that "he came into the room, closed the door and shouted 'I'll kill you all' and then started to shoot."&nbsp;

Four other people were injured in the shooting, with at least one of them critically injured. Another witness told Rai News that the suspect was a local who had a history of disagreements with the residents' association.&nbsp;

The gunman opened fire in the outdoor seating area of the bar, Il Posto Giusto, according to Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri. Reports mentioned that the gunman was known to residents' association members and had previously been reported to cops for allegedly making threats.&nbsp;

An eyewitness told La Repubblica: "He fired at the board of directors of the consortium. The man was known by all, he was a member and in the past, he had made verbal threats to all of us."&nbsp;

The eyewitness added, "The weapon jammed at a certain point and was blocked by some consortium members who also unlocked the door. I saved myself because I put myself under the table and I managed to crawl out of the room."&nbsp;

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A gunman opened fire at a bar in Rome, killing three women and injuring four others on Sunday (December 11). The Italian media reported that the incident occurred at a meeting of residents of an apartment block.

A gunman opened fire at a bar in Rome, killing three women and injuring four others on Sunday (December 11). The Italian media reported that the incident occurred at a meeting of residents of an apartment block. The Italian media identified the 57-year-old suspect as Claudio Campiti, who was arrested after the shooting incident at the bar in the Fidene district in the north of Rome. A witness told the Italian news agency Ansa that "he came into the room, closed the door and shouted 'I'll kill you all' and then started to shoot." Four other people were injured in the shooting, with at least one of them critically injured. Another witness told Rai News that the suspect was a local who had a history of disagreements with the residents' association. The gunman opened fire in the outdoor seating area of the bar, Il Posto Giusto, according to Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri. Reports mentioned that the gunman was known to residents' association members and had previously been reported to cops for allegedly making threats. An eyewitness told La Repubblica: "He fired at the board of directors of the consortium. The man was known by all, he was a member and in the past, he had made verbal threats to all of us." The eyewitness added, "The weapon jammed at a certain point and was blocked by some consortium members who also unlocked the door. I saved myself because I put myself under the table and I managed to crawl out of the room." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

'I'll kill you all': Gunman opens fire in a bar in Rome, kills three and injures four

South Africa saw multiple shootings occur at local taverns over the weekend. The deadliest of the three attacks took place in the township of Soweto in which 15 people were killed and another eight were injured.

South Africa: At least 21 people killed & 16 injured in weekend bar shootings

In South Africa's biggest township of Soweto, gunmen opened fire on people sitting in a tavern. The shooting took place in the early hours of Sunday. As per reports, 14 people lost their lives in the attack, and nine people have been injured.&nbsp;The bar where the shooting took place is situated in the Orlando district of Soweto, Johannesburg's largest township, southwest of the city.&nbsp;As per a Reuters report, a police statement said that shortly after midnight, "a group of men armed with rifles and 9mm pistols entered the tavern and started shooting randomly at the patrons who were sitting inside."

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Lieutenant General Elias Mawela, the provincial commissioner of the Gauteng police said&nbsp;that his team was "called in the early hours of the morning, around 12:30 am (2230 GMT)" he further specified that the shooting took place sometime during late Saturday night and early hours Sunday.

"When we arrived on the scene, 12 people were confirmed dead," AFP quoted him as saying.

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Mawela stated that 11 others were injured and were taken&nbsp;to the hospital but two later died, bringing the number of total dead to 14.

Denouncing the incident Mawela urged the team of detectives under the command of Deputy Provincial Commissioner: Crime Detection, Major General Mbuso Khumalo, to use all available means to ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and held accountable.

Law enforcement is searching for the unknown&nbsp;culprits and has&nbsp;requested anyone who witnessed the crime or has information that could lead to the arrest of the culprits to assist the police investigation.

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In South Africa's biggest township of Soweto, gunmen opened fire on people sitting in a tavern. The shooting took place in the early hours of Sunday. As per reports, 14 people lost their lives in the attack, and nine people have been injured.

In South Africa's biggest township of Soweto, gunmen opened fire on people sitting in a tavern. The shooting took place in the early hours of Sunday. As per reports, 14 people lost their lives in the attack, and nine people have been injured. The bar where the shooting took place is situated in the Orlando district of Soweto, Johannesburg's largest township, southwest of the city. As per a Reuters report, a police statement said that shortly after midnight, "a group of men armed with rifles and 9mm pistols entered the tavern and started shooting randomly at the patrons who were sitting inside." Watch | Mass shooting at a South Africa tavern: 14 shot dead, 9 wounded Lieutenant General Elias Mawela, the provincial commissioner of the Gauteng police said that his team was "called in the early hours of the morning, around 12:30 am (2230 GMT)" he further specified that the shooting took place sometime during late Saturday night and early hours Sunday. "When we arrived on the scene, 12 people were confirmed dead," AFP quoted him as saying. Also read | Youngest victim of mysterious South Africa pub tragedy was 13 years old Mawela stated that 11 others were injured and were taken to the hospital but two later died, bringing the number of total dead to 14. Denouncing the incident Mawela urged the team of detectives under the command of Deputy Provincial Commissioner: Crime Detection, Major General Mbuso Khumalo, to use all available means to ensure that the perpetrators are apprehended and held accountable. Law enforcement is searching for the unknown culprits and has requested anyone who witnessed the crime or has information that could lead to the arrest of the culprits to assist the police investigation. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Mass shooting at a bar leaves 14 dead in South Africa's Soweto

Four killed while five others sustained injuries following a shooting incident at a bar in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sunday morning, police said.

The incident occurred at around 6:30 am (local time) when a suspect entered the Tequila KC, a bar in the city centre and opened fire.&nbsp;

Nine people were shot in the gunfire, reported Sputnik news agency.

The suspect, a Hispanic man, was on the run following the incident, BBC reported quoting the police.

Further details about the motive and whereabouts of the gunman are still unclear.

The incident comes just weeks after two separate shootings in Texas, which left 44 people dead.

Four killed while five others sustained injuries following a shooting incident at a bar in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sunday morning, police said. The incident occurred at around 6:30 am (local time) when a suspect entered the Tequila KC, a bar in the city centre and opened fire.

Four killed while five others sustained injuries following a shooting incident at a bar in Kansas City, Missouri, on Sunday morning, police said. The incident occurred at around 6:30 am (local time) when a suspect entered the Tequila KC, a bar in the city centre and opened fire. Nine people were shot in the gunfire, reported Sputnik news agency. The suspect, a Hispanic man, was on the run following the incident, BBC reported quoting the police. Further details about the motive and whereabouts of the gunman are still unclear. The incident comes just weeks after two separate shootings in Texas, which left 44 people dead.

US: 4 killed in shooting at bar in Kansas City, gunman on run  

Brazilian authorities say there has been a “massacre” in the country’s northern Para state without releasing any details, while Brazilian news media say gunmen attacked a bar in Belem City and killed 11 people.

The shooting took place in the city of Belem, the public safety department of northern Para state said.

There was no immediate word on the motive of the shooting.

The attackers fled but the news website G1 quoted police as saying one was wounded and is in police custody.

The fatalities are six women and five men, media reports.

Seven men carried out the shooting after arriving on a motorcycle and in three cars, said G1. They fled after the attack.

The bar where the shooting took place is in a neighbourhood which got police reinforcements in March to fight crime.

(With inputs from AFP)

Brazilian authorities say there has been a “massacre” in the country’s northern Para state without releasing any details, while Brazilian news media say gunmen attacked a bar in Belem City and killed 11 people.

Brazilian authorities say there has been a “massacre” in the country’s northern Para state without releasing any details, while Brazilian news media say gunmen attacked a bar in Belem City and killed 11 people. The shooting took place in the city of Belem, the public safety department of northern Para state said. There was no immediate word on the motive of the shooting. The attackers fled but the news website G1 quoted police as saying one was wounded and is in police custody. The fatalities are six women and five men, media reports. Seven men carried out the shooting after arriving on a motorcycle and in three cars, said G1. They fled after the attack. The bar where the shooting took place is in a neighbourhood which got police reinforcements in March to fight crime. (With inputs from AFP)

Brazil bar shooting: 11 killed in ‘massacre’ after gunman fires in Belem City

The<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/we-all-just-trampled-california-bar-shooting-survivor-recalls-176330"> fatal shooting of a dozen people</a> at a Western-themed bar in Thousand Oaks, California, inspired hundreds of area residents to line up for hours on Thursday to donate blood for the wounded.

The blood drive drew at least 300 people to a trailer parked outside a Catholic high school. The line snaked down the driveway and along the street.

The blood drive has been scheduled before the massacre late on Wednesday at the Borderline Bar and Grill in Thousand Oaks, which had a reputation as one of the country`s safest cities.&nbsp;

The big turnout followed a call for donations after the shooting. On a normal day, fewer than 60 people might be expected to turn out, school officials said.

“It just shows great community spirit, it shows people helping people, it doesn’t matter the color of their skin, where they’re from, it doesn’t matter,” said Steven Peisner, 56.

Law enforcement officials said 10 to 15 people went to hospitals with injuries, including at least one with gunshot wounds. The suspected shooter was found inside the bar with a fatal gunshot wound.

Peisner, a regular blood donor from nearby Calabasas, wore a leather vest festooned with metal pins commemorating the dozens of gallons of blood platelets he has donated over the years.

A number of young people in line said they had some connection to the victims or survivors of the shooting.

Delaney Kenney, 17, who was in line, said her brother was a friend of a woman who died in the shooting.

“He’s pretty devastated,” said Kenney, who attends a local high school.

&nbsp;Aaron Lacombe, 23, of Thousand Oaks, said he thought he might have known one of the victims from his days at California Lutheran University. He also has been to the bar, which he described as an “upbeat” place.&nbsp;

“I grew up in this community, went to school in this community, so I kind of felt the obligation to get out here and do what I could,” Lacombe said.

The fatal shooting of a dozen people at a Western-themed bar in Thousand Oaks, California, inspired hundreds of area residents to line up for hours on Thursday to donate blood for the wounded.

The fatal shooting of a dozen people at a Western-themed bar in Thousand Oaks, California, inspired hundreds of area residents to line up for hours on Thursday to donate blood for the wounded. The blood drive drew at least 300 people to a trailer parked outside a Catholic high school. The line snaked down the driveway and along the street. The blood drive has been scheduled before the massacre late on Wednesday at the Borderline Bar and Grill in Thousand Oaks, which had a reputation as one of the country`s safest cities. The big turnout followed a call for donations after the shooting. On a normal day, fewer than 60 people might be expected to turn out, school officials said. “It just shows great community spirit, it shows people helping people, it doesn’t matter the color of their skin, where they’re from, it doesn’t matter,” said Steven Peisner, 56. Law enforcement officials said 10 to 15 people went to hospitals with injuries, including at least one with gunshot wounds. The suspected shooter was found inside the bar with a fatal gunshot wound. Peisner, a regular blood donor from nearby Calabasas, wore a leather vest festooned with metal pins commemorating the dozens of gallons of blood platelets he has donated over the years. A number of young people in line said they had some connection to the victims or survivors of the shooting. Delaney Kenney, 17, who was in line, said her brother was a friend of a woman who died in the shooting. “He’s pretty devastated,” said Kenney, who attends a local high school. Aaron Lacombe, 23, of Thousand Oaks, said he thought he might have known one of the victims from his days at California Lutheran University. He also has been to the bar, which he described as an “upbeat” place. “I grew up in this community, went to school in this community, so I kind of felt the obligation to get out here and do what I could,” Lacombe said.

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