Manhunt launched for suspects involved in a murder of a security guard at Ritavi

Ritavi police detectives are investigating a case of murder after a 33-year-old man, who was on duty as a security guard at Mohlaba cellphone tower on 21 October 2024, was allegedly attacked by unknown suspects.

The police were summoned to a local hospital after the security guard had unfortunately lost his life on Thursday 24 October 2024, following the incident.

Preliminary investigations indicated that during the incident, the victim was assaulted with a hard object on his upper body by the suspects.

Police are investigating a case of murder.

Anyone with information that can lead to the arrest of the suspects may contact the investigating officer Sergeant Mashele Pelvia on 073 172 0459 or Crime Stop number 08600 10111, alternatively, visit nearest police station, or share information on MySAPS App.

Police investigations are still ongoing.

Source: South African Police Service