Lesbian couple shot dead in what seems like a hate crime in KwaDambuza, Edendale on Tuesday night

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Nombulelo Bhixa (28) and Minenhle Ngcobo (22),were both shot on the head, after an altercation with one of the women's ex boyfriend whom she shared a child with.

The same-sex couple, who worked together at a store in the city centre, were attacked as they headed to board a taxi.

Police spokesperson Sergeant Sifiso Gwala confirmed that the case is under investigation, but no arrests have been made.

He added that the motive for the murders is still unknown.

The families of a lesbian couple that was murdered in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, over a week ago are calling for law enforcement to move with speed in apprehending the suspect.

Nombulelo Bhixa and Minenhle Ngcobo were shot dead allegedly by a man who is known in the community, in what is believed to be a hate crime. Newzroom Afrika’s Phila Duma reports.