Two men shot dead at Bellville tavern

Police are investigating after a bouncer, 18, and a 40-year-old Chinese national were shot and killed at a Bellville tavern on Friday night.

According to reports, the Chinese national arrived at the tavern, on the corner of South and Blanckenberg streets, in Bellville CBD, and wanted to use the bathroom, said police spokesperson Captain FC van Wyk.

“When the bouncer went inside the bathroom to switch the light on, he heard several gunshots outside the bathroom.

“He immediately came out to check what was going on and he saw that the 40-year-old man was shot and was already on the floor bleeding.

“He then ran after the suspect who shot the victim and also shouted for help. The 18-year-old chased after the suspect, and the suspect took out a firearm and also shot him,” he said.

Both were declared dead on the scene by medical personnel.

The perpetrator is still at large.

Anyone with information can contact Crime Stop at 08600 10111.