Manhunt for Hillbrow Theatre suspect
Police have launched a manhunt for a suspect who randomly opened fire on a crowd at the Hillbrow Theatre killing one person and wounding seven others.
Police say the suspect is believed to have jumped onto the stage while a band was performing.
He allegedly grabbed the microphone and threatened to stop the performance unless his stolen cellphone was given back to him.
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"When the audience tried to intervene, he fired shots randomly and eight people were shot," reads a statement by the police.
Police have also made an appeal to members of the public with information to come forward.
The seven wounded victims are said to be in a serious condition and are receiving care at a local hospital.