TWO IN COURT FOR MURDER



NORTH WEST - Arthus Khoza (18) and Mahlatsi Nkuna (20) appeared today before the Ga-Rankuwa Magistrates’ Court on a charge of murder. They will remain in custody until their next court appearance on Wednesday, 30 June 2021.

Their court appearance emanated from an incident wherein an unidentified male body was found inside a burnt Hyundai i20 vehicle at a soccer field in Ikageng Section, Klipgat on Thursday, 17 June 2021, at approximately 07:00.

Initial police investigations led the police investigation team to a house in Phutha Section, Klipgat on Monday, 21 June 2021. The house was searched and in one of the bedrooms, the team found blood stains on the floor, under and on top of a bed as well as on the carpet. Furthermore, an axe suspected to have been used during the commission of this crime, was found on top of the roof of the house. 

After this gruesome discovery, investigations led to the tracing and arrest of two suspects. The third suspect, who is known to the police, is still being traced. Investigation into the matter including identification of the body through DNA tests, continues. 

The police request anyone who may have information that can assist in the investigation to contact the Investigating Officer, Warrant Officer Thabo Sekgororoana on ‪082 520 1588 or to call South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Stop number: ‪08600 10111. Tip-offs can also be communicated via My SAPS App on your smart phone.

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