Day: May 11, 2022

POTCHEFSTROOM – Boons police were called out to a horrific murder scene in Mathopestad on Monday afternoon, 09 May 2022.  Initial information indicated that there was a fight between a 53-year-old Kedisaletse Elizbeth Moswane and her 24-year-old son, Thabang Mishack Moswane. On arrival at the scene, police found Kedisaletse’s body inside a shack with numerous stab wounds. The police were informed that Thabang was allegedly seen drinking his mother’s blood after stabbing her.

Thabang was immediately arrested and appeared before the Koster Magistrates’ Court today on a charge of murder. He will remain in custody until his second court appearance on Monday, 16 May 2022.

The Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena was shocked to learn about the horrific incident and reiterated that police will continue to work hard to ensure that those who perpetrate crimes against women and children are brought to book.

 

 

 

Source: South African Police Service

GQEBERHA – An elderly Walmer couple were assaulted and robbed in their home in Alcock Road yesterday, 10 May 2022 by two armed suspects.

It is alleged that at about 11:00, the 78-year-old woman was busy working on her computer in the study when two unknown males walked in through the open sliding door. One was armed with a firearm and the other with a knife. The complainant was assaulted and tied up with a cable tie. The suspects then ransacked the house. The husband (80) returned home and he too was assaulted and tied up. The husband later managed to untie himself and his wife.  The woman climbed through the window and alerted her neighbour.

The suspects left in the couple’s 1999 dark blue VW Golf 5, a flat screen TV, cellphones, a tablet as well as other household items were taken.

The couple were taken to hospital for treatment.

SAPS Walmer detectives are investigating a case of house robbery.

Police are once again urging residents to make sure that security gates are locked when leaving doors open. Security measures must be stepped up and extra panic buttons should be installed in rooms frequently utilised by occupants or must be kept on person.

 

 

 

Source: South African Police Service

FREE STATE – On 10 May 2022, at about 16:00, an armed robbery was reported at Quick Fit in Welkom. It was reported that four suspects were armed with automatic rifles and handguns and sped off from the scene in a white Mercedes Benz with GP number plates.

Today, the same white Mercedes Benz with FS number plates was spotted at Odendaalsrus. Upon noticing police, the suspects sped off in the direction of Welkom. The vehicle was spotted in the Stateway in the Industrial site of Welkom where Welkom K9 Unit members gave chase and a high speed chase ensued. The suspects fired shots towards the police.

The driver of the Mercedes Benz lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a ditch at the entrance of Bronville. The suspects then hijacked a couple in a BMW and sped off to Masimong Mine, where the vehicle was found abandoned. All the suspects are on the run and they are armed and dangerous.

The vehicle of Welkom K9 Unit is riddled with bullets and no member sustained any injuries. A case of attempted murder and business robbery in Welkom has been registered for further investigation. Investigation continues to establish whether the sedan has been stolen or not.

Anyone with information that can lead to the arrests of these suspects, is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Andrew Lechesa of Welkom Serious and Violent Crime on cellphone number 060 985 9330 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

 

 

 

Source: South African Police Service

GAUTENG – The Hawks’ Provincial Head, Major General Ebrahim Kadwa welcomed a 12-year sentence handed down to a financial advisor by the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crimes Court on 28 April 2022.

Aletta Hendrina Steyn (52) was arrested in January last year following reports that she failed to pay-off the late Christina Plotz’s vehicle with the car dealership as she was appointed an executor.

Plotz left a will of her entire estate which amounted to approximately R1.4 million and a Silver Hyundai SantaFe which was still financed by ABSA bank.

Steyn was the deceased’s Financial Advisor and appointed an executor for Plotz’s estate, however she failed to fully pay the outstanding amount owed for the Hyundai to ABSA bank. Steyn managed to sign off R175 000 to one of the beneficiaries and kept the rest of the money for herself.

The matter was brought to the Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation in Pretoria for further probing which resulted to Steyn’s apprehension. Steyn was found guilty and sentenced to 12 years direct imprisonment with no option of a fine.

Major General Kadwa applauded the investigation team together with the justice system for bringing the accused to book and to account for stealing the deceased’s estate. “When one is entrusted with such responsibility, what the deceased’s family expect is honesty. The money stolen by the accused could have been utilised in good use as per the deceased’ wishes for her loved ones. The accused received a well-deserved punishment compared to the crime committed and appreciate everyone who makes an effort to report suspicious criminal activities to authorities.”

 

 

 

Source: South African Police Service

EASTERN CAPE – In a sting operation, seven suspects aged between 27 and 47 years, were arrested by the Gqeberha based Serious Organised Crime Investigation team of the Hawks on 9 May 2022 for allegations of contravention of the Riotous Assemblies Act and conspiracy to contravene the Marine Living Resources Act.

The movement of rubber ducks involved with the illegal abalone poaching at night were monitored over a period of time. It was established that the rubber ducks were launched illegally into the Swarkopriver near the Redhouse village.

On Monday, 9 May 2022 an observation was done at a deserted space next to the Swarkopriver. Two bakkies towing rubber ducks are reported to have arrived almost simultaneously at the illegal launching site.

The members approached the rubber duck pullers as they were about to launch the rubberducks into the river. Thè occupants of one bakkie surrendered while the occupants of the other one almost ran over a member of the Hawks whilst trying to evade arrest. An additional charge of attempted murder was added.

Two Colt bakkies, two rubber ducks, two chuckling tools and 18 diving cylinders were seized during the arrest. The suspects who are of different nationality will appear in the Gqeberha Magistrates’ Court soon.

 

 

 

Source: South African Police Service

EASTERN CAPE – The accused German Billa (21) was convicted by the East London High Court on charges of house robbery and police murder on 10 May 2022.

Retired police, Brigadier Jongile was shot and killed in his house in Bayville, East London on 14 May 2021 by three armed men. The gunmen ransacked the house and took valuables including cellphones, laptops, money and bank cards.

On 10 May 2022, Billa pleaded guilty and the case was remanded to 12 May 2022 for sentencing. Two of the suspects are still at large and the Hawks are on their trail.

The Hawks’ Provincial Head, Major General Obed Ngwenya commended the East London based Serious Organised Crime Investigation team for a successful conviction in anticipation of more arrests to be effected soon.

 

 

 

Source: South African Police Service