Steenberg police registered three counts of attempted murder following the drive by shooting in Retreat on Sunday morning 19 October. Photo: MattGush / Getty Images.

Steenberg police are investigating three counts of attempted murder following a drive-by shooting in Retreat on Sunday 19 October.

Three children, aged 2 and 12, were slightly wounded while a 39-year-old man sustained injuries to his legs.

Captain FC van Wyk, provincial police spokesperson, said the incident took place at about 9:30 in Flute Street.

“The injured victim was taken to a nearby hospital. The motive is believed to be gang-related.”

Anyone with information is requested to contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or use the mobile application MySAPS anonymously.

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