15-year-old arrested for couple's murder in Brackenfell

The murders of a 37-year-old man and  37-year-old woman have since gripped the community in the Western Cape, about 30km east of Cape Town. 

The circumstances surrounding the shooting incident remain unclear, with investigations currently underway.

“Brackenfell police attended to the crime scene where they found the victims with gunshot wounds to their bodies,” provincial police spokesperson Wesley Twigg confirmed on Monday. 

“The victims were declared deceased on the scene by paramedics."

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“A 15-year-old suspect was arrested and will be evaluated today,” Twiggs added. 

Speaking on behalf of the family of the victims, Bridgette Brukman confirmed the identity of the couple as Warren and Arlene Lucas.

“The family has experienced a grave tragedy and loss. At this time they ask that you respect their privacy as they deal with the death of Warren and Arlene,” Brukman said on social media. 

Warren is believed to be the brother of singer Craig Lucas, winner of The Voice SA season 2.