Police hunt murder suspect

GQEBERHA - The Provincial Organised Crime Investigation in Gqeberha are on the hunt for a suspect involved in the murder of a 56-year-old woman from New Brighton this morning, 30 August 2022.

It is alleged that at approximately 08:30, the suspect knocked on the door of the deceased house in Mini Street in New Brighton and enquired about the deceased. He entered the house and confronted the deceased, Nompumelelo Madlokasi as she was exiting a room. One shot was fired at her, hitting her the head. The suspect then walked out of the house. She died on the scene.

Police are investigating a case of murder, the motive for the shooting is unknown and will form part of the investigation.

Anyone who can assist with any information relating to the murder is asked to contact SAPS Provincial Organised Crime Investigation, D/Capt Monde Sitole on 082 457 2812 or Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or the nearest police station. Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via MySAPS App. All information is confidential.

Source: South African Police Service