SEKGOSESE POLICE SEEK PUBLIC ASSISTANCE TO LOCATE ALLEGED MURDER SUSPECTS ON THE RUN

By Joey Wa Rabapane | August 04, 2024 | 09:54

The Detectives in Sekgosese are seeking the public assistance in locating additional suspects allegedly involved in a murder case that occurred on June 22 at Itieleng Village in Sekgosese, subsequent to a violent feud that ensued between initiation educators and a certain group of community members.

It is alleged that on Saturday, June 22 at about 20h00, a group of community members organized an event where they played loud music.

“The initiation educators reportedly arrived at the event and switched off the music. This resulted in a conflict that escalated tensions. The two groups attacked each other with stones. Several people were injured, and a 35-year-old man lost his life”, said Colonel Malesela Ledwaba of Limpopo Police.

Seven suspects were swiftly arrested in connection with the incident and charged with murder and assault GBH.

Preliminary investigation linked two other suspects with the murder, who have since been on the run.

“Four of the suspects Joseph Malema(45), Mapeya Albert Selopyana (45), Mpho Present Ramashiya (37)and Motlatso Ernest Masiya (35) were charged with murder and were each granted R10,000-00 bail by Sekgosese Periodical Court.They will return to court on August 15”, said Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.

He further mentioned that, the other three suspects, Tumelo Masiya (34), Mpho Malaka (42) and the 38-year-old initiation school educator, Kenny Raphahlele were charged with assault GBH and each granted R1500,00 bail and will also appear on August 15.

“Detectives are now seeking the public help in identifying and locating these suspects. They are calling on two individuals, namely, Mohale Mampye and Trinity Matome Stanley Molea, to come forward and assist police in their investigation”, said Colonel Malesela Ledwaba.

He encouraged anyone with information about the whereabouts of the suspects is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Mzamani Thomas Ndhambi at 082 681 7838 or the Detective Branch Commander Captain Eric Mashigo at 082468 8684. Alternatively, use Crime Stop number 08600 10111 or MySAPSApp.

“All information will be treated as confidential”, he concluded.