Marry Me Informal Settlement Death Toll Rises To Seven

The death toll in the brutal killings at the Marry Me Informal settlement in Soshanguve in Gauteng has risen to seven. A seventh community patroller has died of his injuries in hospital.

Residents in the informal settlement are calling for the settlement to be formalised. They believe doing so will help to deal with crime. They are also calling for government to get rid of illegal immigrants whom they believe are the main culprits behind criminal activities in the area.

The residents voiced their concerns during a community Imbizo with Gauteng Premier, Panyaza Lesufi.

The area has been rocked by violent crime, which led to the loss of seven lives. Over a week ago, six community patrollers were shot and killed.

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced the passing of the seventh patroller during his address. The community says they no longer feel safe.