The group, one of whom was carrying a firearm, allegedly returned and shot at the community members, wounding a 28-year-old man in thigh.
GEORGE NEWS - The Conville police are searching for a suspect after a shooting incident in Peddie Muller Street, Conville, on Wednesday 3 July at about 17:30.
According to provincial police spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Malcolm Pojie, it is alleged that a group of men armed with pangas, were parading the street when they were chased away by community members who retaliated.
The group, one of whom was carrying a firearm, allegedly returned and shot at the community members, wounding a 28-year-old man in thigh.
The victim was hospitalised. Police have opened an attempted murder case.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Conville police station on 044 803 3300 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.