In Conversation With Peter Rafferty – Ward 17 Candidate, African Independent Congress (AIC)

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Residents of Eldorado Park are once again grappling with concerns about violent crime after a deadly mass shooting at the Diamond Street Flats in Old Eldorado Park.

The shooting reportedly took place while residents had gathered socially, with some attending a birthday celebration and others spending time with neighbours. The incident left several people dead and others injured, sending shockwaves through the community and renewing fears about safety in the area.

Ward 17 candidate for the African Independent Congress, Peter Rafferty, has condemned the attack, describing it as a senseless act of violence that has devastated families and traumatised residents.

The incident comes amid broader concerns about violent crime and illegal firearms in several communities across Johannesburg. Residents in Eldorado Park have repeatedly raised alarm about gang activity, shootings, and the easy availability of illegal weapons.
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